Replacing Door Handle, Mercedes Benz

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3 жыл бұрын

Defective Mercedes Benz door handle. 2008-2014 Mercedes-Benz door handle breaks for no reason.
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This video is for entertainment purposes, working on a vehicle can be dangerous and could possibly damage the vehicle or injure people or property if done incorrectly. Mechanical work should be done by a qualified mechanic.

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@tcat0211 Жыл бұрын

This really needs to be a safety recall by MB. I've been putting it off for a while waiting for the weather to cool a bit.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

I agreed and don't know why there is no safety recall. I put A/C in my garage, I don't like working in the heat either. Thanks for watching.

@tcat0211 Жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHN My mechanic quoted $600 to do the job and given how much labor is involved, I can't really blame him. Thanks for the footage!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

$600 is a fair price to pay for that job, MB charges $1600 because they change the entire door panel.

@tcat0211 Жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHN I agree. It's well within reason. Still should be a recall lol

@y0jimbb0ttrouble98 Жыл бұрын

Theres a few issues with the W204/S204 that should be a recall .. the timing chain issue on the M271 and these handles. MB seriously dropped the QC.

@obahhtv4082 Жыл бұрын

Hey John. I just replaced my handle by your instructions. The hardest part for me was getting out that old pin. Really struggled with that. Will suggest everyone watching to take your time with that pin. Everything else went smooth. Total cost for parts 21 euros for me. Works like a dream

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, I did not have a hard time getting the pin out, with the tool I used I was able to drill dead center. I did have a hard time getting the new pin back in. I eventually used the old pin not the one in the kit. Don't forget to give the video a like, it helps the channel grow, thanks.

@Maria-tr1ey Жыл бұрын

Interestingly enough me and my dad also ended up using the old pin!!

@remedorgumabon2702 5 ай бұрын

Outstanding video! I like the way you point out that little container at the end. Thats the way to account all the things that was removed and has to be placed back. Now, I am very confident in doing this myself.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching.

@ytacct000 5 ай бұрын

Goodness gracious, just had this happen to my MB. Looks to be a real chore, thanks for the video.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 5 ай бұрын

Good luck, not the easiest repair or not the hardest repair, the old saying, patience is a virtue will come into play.

@Howellmania 2 жыл бұрын

John, you are a legend! I had this same issue, at first I went to a dealership and they wanted $1600. I found your video and completed it myself. I appreciate how you had links for me to buy all the materials. Thanks again!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad it helped

@SS-gq9vh 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Jeremy. Can you please tell what all the tools I'm gonna need to do this myself? Thanls

@johnschulz5415 2 жыл бұрын

Omg, I thought you were kidding on how much a repair shop was going to charge for this repair. I was quoted $1200-$1500 for a local shop. Your video was a great help. I just recommend not taking off the window seal. Just pop the bottom on both ends and let it hang there. Also I noticed I had a few tabs that I had to cut off that did get replaced with screws. Great video and recommend it to anyone having to replace the door handle. I purchased all need tools from your comment section. Thanks again for the video… John, post falls Idaho

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

I think there's four that need to be cut or grinded off that don't take screws, 24 spots to grinded or cut and the kit has 20 screws. Glad it helped, thanks for watching. This may help others in the future facebook.com/JohnTGauthier/photos/a.111446997359141/425243102646194/

@LaneyaWiles 10 ай бұрын

You're a godsend with this video. I've seen other explanation videos, but yours supercedes the rest. Thank you!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, for watching, good luck with the repair.

@Luis.Leonardo.Places 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tutorial. 20€ for the pull handle in Europe and this tutorial solve my problem and save my wallet. Many thanks for sharing.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, thanks for watching.

@larabelvie2951 2 жыл бұрын

Much Love and Respect to you John. i havent even begun my repair but you have boosted my confidence through the roof. in All honesty i cant wait to get started.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, good luck with the repair.

@larabelvie2951 2 жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHN Where can i find the names of every tool required. Or the ones you used.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

I put a list of tools I used in the description of the video. The only tool not in the description is the torx screwdriver, mine was a Snap on.

@dennylamar 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent ! Thanks for taking your time. Got me motivated now

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Don't forget to check out the picture of where to grind or clip inside the door panel. I put a link in the comment section or in the description. Thanks for watching.

@brucemontgomery1020 Жыл бұрын

Best video I've seen on replacing these door handles. The whole interior door replacement panel alone from MB parts is around $750. I'm going to buy the door handle parts kit for under $20 now that I've seen John's video.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

Thanks, and good luck with your repair.

@bonitavalenzuela4908 Жыл бұрын

Where do I buy the kit?

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

Check the description in the video.

@davidmiller9014 2 жыл бұрын

Well done John. This is how I fixed my son's Merc handle a couple of years ago and still working, poor pics but wasnt meant to be passed on, but if it helps. (sorry, pics wont post).

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@JamesDillionJenkins 8 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 8 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@ebenz17 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you saved me $1700 bucks!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help.

@obahhtv4082 Жыл бұрын

Nice video , thanks

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

@PRIMOINC 11 ай бұрын

Thank You!!!!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@LifeInspiredNetwork Жыл бұрын

I agree there should be a recall for this cheap plastic handle.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

I just did the rear brake lines on this vehicle last week, video coming, it is only 9 years old. Thanks for watching.

@andyevans8385 9 ай бұрын

Just done this job myself. You do not need to completely remove the window trim to do it.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 9 ай бұрын

No, just both sides, I did remove it all because I did not want to work around it.

@ericjordan1990 2 жыл бұрын

You saved my wallet man,thanks a lot🙌

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@williewilliams8707 Жыл бұрын

Sr. Thank you for the vid interesting but MAN!!!! Is a lot of work I just I'm try to order a new panel still is going to be cheaper than the dealer would charge me .. the dealer doesn't do handles and I'm sure that job could cost me around $1200 no less ... thank you 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

It is a lot of work, but not that hard if you take your time. The cost breakdown: the dealer = $1600, new door panel from dealer = around $800 then you need to install it, door handle from Amazon = around $20 to $30 then watch the video numerous times while you're doing the work, show the video to a mechanic and ask him/her how much to do the job = should be around $500 to $600 + the cost of the door handle. Thanks for watching.

@tbling 10 ай бұрын

hey, thank you so much for the video. One question I have is about the LED courtesy light that had the little white clip and the smaller black one that clips on the L shaped plastic LED light. Is the L shaped hard plastic the light or is it the bottom black part that clips on? Mine doesn't work and I was thinking about replacing it. there isn't a lot of info about replacing it. Did that light work on the car you fixed? Its the light in the gap where you actually grab the handle on the interior. Any info would be great! thanks!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 10 ай бұрын

The led light did work on the car I fixed. I never tried to order one or replace one. I went into detail on the video on how to remove the led light.

@jnmendez 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your great video. My handle recently broke. I thought it was the cable. Have you ever heard of the cable breaking and not the handle?

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

It can happen, but most of the time it is the handle. Thanks for watching.

@obahhtv4082 Жыл бұрын

Yup , pretty sure i just broke my handle too

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

It doesn't hurt to watch the video a couple times before you do the job, and check out the picture on my facebook page for locations where to cut and grind. Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe so you can find this video again, I also have a detailed video of rear brakes on the same vehicle.

@RSxxx877 Жыл бұрын

John, could you please link to where you got your replacement kit? Great video.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

Check in the description, all links are there.

@RSxxx877 Жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHN Thanks, I see it now.

@SS-gq9vh 2 жыл бұрын

Hi can you please tell of all the tools I need to do it myself? Thanks!

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

All the tools I used are in the description, thanks for watching. The only thing not in the description is the Torx screwdriver, I use a snap on and can't find a link to one.

@253NYCWEST 2 жыл бұрын

Question - for a 2013 e350 - I needed to replace the rear passenger door. I was fortunate to find a replacement that matches except for the exterior door handle. The original door has the touch sensor, the replacement does not. Would the replacement door be wired for the touch sensor handle.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

As a rule, most manufacturers use the same wiring harness for a particular model and just plug in the options when required. I say as a rule, (I can't be sure the E350 does) It is a lot of work just find the plug is not there. Your best bet would be to call Mercedes Benz service department.

@253NYCWEST 2 жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHNI’m trying to manage my expectations before swapping the handles. I’ll call Mercedes. Thanks.

@lank278 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like fun, LOL

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@andyw3152 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, which way does the new pivot pin go into the handle?

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

I would need to re-watch the video, I used the old pin, but the hole I drilled was dead center and small.

@andyw3152 2 жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHN Thanks John, In the end I used the old pin for the same reasons.

@iinky8301 2 жыл бұрын

Hey I have a problem with my 2014 c250 we got the handle replaced but the door handle is still not working. Any suggestions?

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Did you put the cable in the holder on the door panel? If the cable is not in the right spot on the door panel it will not work. At 6:51 on the video is where I show where the cable goes.

@iinky8301 2 жыл бұрын

@@FRUGALWITHJOHN yeah that the problem we had bought a new one and put in. But the handle would unlock the door but wouldn’t open the actual door. It’s weird

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

Without seeing it, it would be hard to know where problem is, let us know what you find.

@iammdeepak1 Жыл бұрын

Man getting out that part below the hclip is where I'm stuck. This thing sucks man

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

You can send me a picture of what is giving you a problem, use the email on my home page, I will try to explain in more detail. Thanks for watching.

@eddielam389 Жыл бұрын

Hi John where I can buy the handle? My car is 2012 C class

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

I have links in the description of the video. Thanks for watching.

@eddielam389 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@Benny11boy Жыл бұрын

what is the link to order parts ?

@FRUGALWITHJOHN Жыл бұрын

Look in the description at the bottom of the video, the link is from Amazon.

@FRUGALWITHJOHN 2 жыл бұрын

There's four spots that need to be cut or grinded off that don't take screws, 24 spots to grinded or cut and the kit has 20 screws. This may help facebook.com/JohnTGauthier/photos/a.111446997359141/425243102646194/ If this video helped consider sending a Super Thanks, not necessary but will help with getting better video equipment to make more videos like this. (Thanks in advance)