
Mercedes C-Class W205 Front Brake Pad Replacement
In this guide, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to change the front brake pads on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 chassis.
In this guide, you will find instructions on how to replace a drive shaft constant velocity (CV) joint. CV joints are used on many modern vehicles including BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche, Land Rover, etc.
A common symptom of failed driveshaft joint is vibrations that can be noticed at speeds as low as 30 mph or higher.
Replacing a drive shaft cv joint takes about 2 to 4 hours. It requires the removal of the drive shaft from the vehicle. Disassembly of the cv joint and installation of the cv joint.
While it is possible to replace the cv joint only as shown in this guide, your dealer may recommend replacement of the driveshaft which comes with new cv joints. The drive shaft does not fail as frequently and replacing the drive shaft is not necessary in many cases.
Replacing only the propeller shaft cv joint is cost effective as well. Replacing the drive shaft can cost over $1000 while replacing just the cv joints costs between $300-$500.
By YOUCANIC Automotive Experts Published on: Tuesday, June 12, 2018. |