Timestamps: 00:16 Disconnect negative terminal on battery 00:58 Remove airbag screws (Torx 27) 02:57 Disconnect airbag electrical connectors 03:55 Remove horn contacts 04:15 Remove steering wheel bolt (Hex/Allen 10mm/H10) 06:00 ***Important: Steering wheel alignment marks*** 07:40 Remove the steering wheel 08:55 Remove steering wheel collar trim (upper & lower) 11:47 Install steering wheel 12:53 Install steering wheel bolt (torque is 80 Nm, or 59 ft-lbs) 13:37 Reconnect horn contacts 13:51 Reconnect airbag electrical connectors 14:55 Install airbag screws (torque is 8 Nm, or 70 INCH-lbs) 16:00 Reconnect negative terminal on battery 16:06 Engine start-up and SRS check 16:37 Reset digital clock 17:20 Remove & Replace the airbag pad/cover (change from tan to dark) For the full dash remove and replace, and the blend door motor remove and replace, check out this video: ua-cam.com/video/ptp8my_87W4/v-deo.html I'll be posting some more videos for the seats and some other interior swap parts. Thanks for watching. Good luck with your repairs!
This is an excellent video contents helping me how to disassemble the air bag & steering column! My ultimate job is to replace my 2000 ML320 combination switch as my low beam head lights switch doesn't turn on the lights while high beam & turn signals work fine. Is the replacement doable ? I bought a brand new W163 combination switch - which looks pretty complicated - particular the little plastic part inside the steering pipe. Any video contents showing combination switch replacement ? Thanks so much for your help!
By "combination switch", do you mean the lever with the headlight switch? If so, I haven't replaced that part before, but here is a link that might help you - scroll down to the PDFs on post #5, as those contain instructions: www.benzworld.org/threads/headlight-switch-replacement-99-m-class-w163.3072033/ Did this just suddenly happen, or was it failing intermittently, as described in that post? And just to be sure - have you verified that the issue is not the headlight fuses? I hope this helps - good luck! : )
@@L35inColorado - Yes, the switch block attached underneath the steering wheel. And thanks for the link - I found the exact service manual pages describing step by step R&I instructions including the clock spring contact. So many bolts and contacts to memorize for exact re-installation - I'm afraid losing a part (or bolt) to damage the steering and/or lighting systems. Oh, good point - haven't checked the fuse nor the bulb (which I replaced 2 years ago) - is there a separate fuse for lower beam light ? Will check that before starting this replacement job. Thanks so much for all the valuable info ! Chan
@@georgeanddaddecker7563 Right now, I'm not working in any field (I take care of my father). I have an engineering degree (civil) and previously worked in that field. Before that, I was a commercial truck driver for many years and learned a bit about mechanics. : )
@@L35inColorado Good for you taking care of your Dad. I took care of my mother , so I understand. You have a talent for teaching automotive. Keep that in mind when you have the opportunity to pursue things again. It would be nice to put a face to the voice in your YT videos. Keep up the content please, it is very entertaining and informative.
Der deutsche Airbag hat nur einen Stecker in der Mitte, den man nicht öffnen darf beim abklemmen, denn sonst geht dieser kaputt!!! Dieser Stecker muss einfach herausgehebelt werden.
Wow, danke, dass du diese wichtigen Informationen hinzugefügt hast! For any with a German ML, here's a Google translation of what the comment says: "The German airbag has only one plug in the middle, which you must not open when disconnecting, otherwise it will break!!! This plug simply has to be levered out."
Hello, would you be willing to make a video on replacing the combination switch for the steering wheel, there are no videos or tutorials that’s exist for this car
Can i change my w163 steering wheel to an w907 (2018)steering wheel without changing the clock spring? Can i modify the connections for the newer airbag?
Fear the Clock Spring. I don't wanna know what happens if I move the Clock Spring. On some cars, you have to buy a new one and pull a retaining grenade pin when you install it.
@@fiatmortem5128 Yes, hah, I just posted that washer tank video. As for the steering rack -- I haven't done a steering rack on the W163, but it looks like one of those jobs which requires a lot of patience, and several jack stands, because you have to remove so many sub-components. From what I have heard, it can only fit out via the passenger's side, if that's any help. Good luck!
@@L35inColorado Well, I looked it up, turns out you can recenter the clock spring. Put the airbag screws back in, turn it full CCW until it binds, then back 3 to 3.5 turns CW until the screw holes line up again.
@@fiatmortem5128 Very cool, thank you. I have only reset Toyota clock springs, and then only the old ones that aren't linked to an steering angle sensor. That's what I'd be worried about with these fancy cars: all the command circuit that are tied into the steering angle sensors! Thank you posting the sequence
Holy smokes, that's crazy! I'm sorry that's happening to you: have you tried heating it with a heat gun or hair dryer? There might be Loctite on the threads. Shield the wires, and try heating the bolt to weaken the Loctite. I hope that helps, and good luck!
Timestamps:
00:16 Disconnect negative terminal on battery
00:58 Remove airbag screws (Torx 27)
02:57 Disconnect airbag electrical connectors
03:55 Remove horn contacts
04:15 Remove steering wheel bolt (Hex/Allen 10mm/H10)
06:00 ***Important: Steering wheel alignment marks***
07:40 Remove the steering wheel
08:55 Remove steering wheel collar trim (upper & lower)
11:47 Install steering wheel
12:53 Install steering wheel bolt (torque is 80 Nm, or 59 ft-lbs)
13:37 Reconnect horn contacts
13:51 Reconnect airbag electrical connectors
14:55 Install airbag screws (torque is 8 Nm, or 70 INCH-lbs)
16:00 Reconnect negative terminal on battery
16:06 Engine start-up and SRS check
16:37 Reset digital clock
17:20 Remove & Replace the airbag pad/cover (change from tan to dark)
For the full dash remove and replace, and the blend door motor remove and replace, check out this video:
ua-cam.com/video/ptp8my_87W4/v-deo.html
I'll be posting some more videos for the seats and some other interior swap parts.
Thanks for watching. Good luck with your repairs!
hello there!
If I wanted to change the multifunction switches, do I have to remove all this trim with the clockspring?
The best mechanic demonstration video that I have ever seen....Awesome!!!
Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )
Best video tutorial on this subject on UA-cam. Thanks and greetings from Switzerland!
Thanks! : )
Outstanding video !!!!!!!!! Clear instuctions, perfectly films details everything you could ever ask for ......
Thank you -- I hope it helped! I try to get all the little details, because those are usually the "surprises" on trim jobs. Good luck!
You explain better than others
Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )
This is the best video for this job. You have the most soothing voice. I thought I was the best mechanic but now I know you are the best!
Haha, thanks -- I'm far, far, far from the best mechanic (or being a mechanic at all!), but I appreciate you watching! Good luck! : )
Absolutely perfect!!! Best regards from Germany 😁🙌
Wow, Germany -- that's so cool! I'm so glad the video helped : )
Don't move the clock spring! I love your work!
Haha, yes - don't move the clock spring! Thanks for watching : )
Great videos with zoomed in highlights of critical highlights. I wished you’d gone all the way to the MFS which is what I need to replace. 😂
Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )
Very Helpful video, thank you.. just perfect
i learned something about my car, thank you
Great video bud keep up the clean work
superb video
Thanks for watching! : )
This is an excellent video contents helping me how to disassemble the air bag & steering column!
My ultimate job is to replace my 2000 ML320 combination switch as my low beam head lights switch doesn't turn on the lights while high beam & turn signals work fine.
Is the replacement doable ? I bought a brand new W163 combination switch - which looks pretty complicated - particular the little plastic part inside the steering pipe.
Any video contents showing combination switch replacement ? Thanks so much for your help!
By "combination switch", do you mean the lever with the headlight switch? If so, I haven't replaced that part before, but here is a link that might help you - scroll down to the PDFs on post #5, as those contain instructions:
www.benzworld.org/threads/headlight-switch-replacement-99-m-class-w163.3072033/
Did this just suddenly happen, or was it failing intermittently, as described in that post? And just to be sure - have you verified that the issue is not the headlight fuses?
I hope this helps - good luck! : )
@@L35inColorado - Yes, the switch block attached underneath the steering wheel. And thanks for the link - I found the exact service manual pages describing step by step R&I instructions including the clock spring contact. So many bolts and contacts to memorize for exact re-installation - I'm afraid losing a part (or bolt) to damage the steering and/or lighting systems.
Oh, good point - haven't checked the fuse nor the bulb (which I replaced 2 years ago) - is there a separate fuse for lower beam light ? Will check that before starting this replacement job. Thanks so much for all the valuable info !
Chan
You are very good
Thanks for watching! : )
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I've seen your other videos as well as this one, you should try using our products on your vehicle Thank you for the content
Ok. I won’t move the clock spring.But I need to replace the combination switch! How do I remove the clock spring?
What brand dealership do you work for as a technician?
I'm not a technician and I don't work for a shop - I'm just a "shadetree mechanic" who does jobs for family and friends : )
@@L35inColorado Is that your full time occupation? If not , are you an engineer or ex military trained technician?
@@georgeanddaddecker7563 Right now, I'm not working in any field (I take care of my father). I have an engineering degree (civil) and previously worked in that field. Before that, I was a commercial truck driver for many years and learned a bit about mechanics. : )
@@L35inColorado Good for you taking care of your Dad. I took care of my mother , so I understand. You have a talent for teaching automotive. Keep that in mind when you have the opportunity to pursue things again.
It would be nice to put a face to the voice in your YT videos. Keep up the content please, it is very entertaining and informative.
@@georgeanddaddecker7563 Thank you - I truly appreciate that! : ) I wish you and your family the best!
Der deutsche Airbag hat nur einen Stecker in der Mitte, den man nicht öffnen darf beim abklemmen, denn sonst geht dieser kaputt!!! Dieser Stecker muss einfach herausgehebelt werden.
Wow, danke, dass du diese wichtigen Informationen hinzugefügt hast!
For any with a German ML, here's a Google translation of what the comment says:
"The German airbag has only one plug in the middle, which you must not open when disconnecting, otherwise it will break!!! This plug simply has to be levered out."
Hello, would you be willing to make a video on replacing the combination switch for the steering wheel, there are no videos or tutorials that’s exist for this car
I'm not sure what you mean about the combination switch?
Can i change my w163 steering wheel to an w907 (2018)steering wheel without changing the clock spring? Can i modify the connections for the newer airbag?
I'm sorry - I don't know! Perhaps check the W907 and W163 forums at www.benzworld.org to see if anyone has done that. Thanks for watching : )
Fear the Clock Spring. I don't wanna know what happens if I move the Clock Spring.
On some cars, you have to buy a new one and pull a retaining grenade pin when you install it.
Ahaha -- It is so true! Respect the clock spring and everything will be okay, haha.
Yah, looks like I gotta leaky washer tank, fortunately you've got me covered there. How are you with power steering racks? 🙄
@@fiatmortem5128 Yes, hah, I just posted that washer tank video. As for the steering rack -- I haven't done a steering rack on the W163, but it looks like one of those jobs which requires a lot of patience, and several jack stands, because you have to remove so many sub-components. From what I have heard, it can only fit out via the passenger's side, if that's any help. Good luck!
@@L35inColorado Well, I looked it up, turns out you can recenter the clock spring. Put the airbag screws back in, turn it full CCW until it binds, then back 3 to 3.5 turns CW until the screw holes line up again.
@@fiatmortem5128 Very cool, thank you. I have only reset Toyota clock springs, and then only the old ones that aren't linked to an steering angle sensor. That's what I'd be worried about with these fancy cars: all the command circuit that are tied into the steering angle sensors! Thank you posting the sequence
For the full dash replacement video, click here:
ua-cam.com/video/ptp8my_87W4/v-deo.html
The bolt never came loose even with auto hammer 1500 ft lb torque
Holy smokes, that's crazy! I'm sorry that's happening to you: have you tried heating it with a heat gun or hair dryer? There might be Loctite on the threads. Shield the wires, and try heating the bolt to weaken the Loctite. I hope that helps, and good luck!
Same hapen to me , any solution ?