How to remove and install a starter on a 2007 Mercedes GL 450

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
  • A step by step process on how I went about removing and replace a starter on a 2007 Mercedes GL 450
    FOR CONTRIBUTIONS:
    Greetings everyone, if you found this video helpful and would like to make a small contribution to the channel, please use one of these link. Thanks in advance.
    cash.app/$DIYY... paypal.me/TheD...
    These parts are supplied by Amazon, I will receive a small percentage from sale, but will not affect your cost.
    **This link is for Bosh 4.5 star rated reman starter
    amzn.to/3xRRitU
    **This link is for my second choice
    amzn.to/3Iy7plr
    **Link for free 30 day complimentary trial of Audible books and podcast
    amzn.to/3YAkErF

КОМЕНТАРІ • 57

  • @thediyyardie7192
    @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

    **FOR PARTS
    **For links to parts used in this video and more, please click on the description box..
    **If you found this video helpful and would consider making a small donation to the channel
    cash.app/$DIYYardie paypal.me/TheDiyYardie

  • @farcohollis1369
    @farcohollis1369 3 місяці тому

    Great Video.
    Waiting for the new starter to come for my ML550!
    Feel good about doing this job now!
    Cheers!

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  3 місяці тому +1

      You'll be fine, the hardest part of this job was probably getting the starter bolts loosened, but if you have access to power tools or at least a breaker bar that will do the trick.

  • @annkanakis4922
    @annkanakis4922 2 роки тому +1

    Hello, enjoyed your video. I'm getting ready to do the same job on my 2007 GL450. My dilemma is whether to purchase the 1.4kw reman Bosch or the 1.1kw new Bosch? I noticed you went with the reman. Your thoughts? Thank You!

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому

      Hello Ann, this was actually a family members car, but she got her ordered it online from the site Parts Geek, took about a week to arrive. but you can always check with your local parts stores and see if they carry it.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому +1

      also, please consider subscribing, I need some help to grow my channel.

  • @Steven-xj2rf
    @Steven-xj2rf Рік тому +1

    At what point are these going out? I get some weak turning over of my 2012 GL550 from time to time and it is on its original starter at 160k. I am debating replacing it before it fails for peace of mind.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      Hey Stephen, this car was in the High 170k range at the time of the this starter replacement, I myself can't say if or around what milage they go out on these cars, but I would suggest you getting load test done on your battery before going to the starter, a weak cell can also cause that same issue you're having..

    • @Steven-xj2rf
      @Steven-xj2rf Рік тому

      @@thediyyardie7192 I checked the battery it is sitting at 12.8V and was replaced last year. It seems to be weaker after driving it and doing a quick stop of about 10 minutes or so.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @@Steven-xj2rf did you do a load test or just a regular voltage test?

    • @Steven-xj2rf
      @Steven-xj2rf Рік тому

      @@thediyyardie7192 just voltage. I will have to look into picking up a load tester.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @@Steven-xj2rf Autozone or Advance will do that check of free..

  • @charlesnguyen9828
    @charlesnguyen9828 Рік тому +1

    Great video. I followed step by step. I’m sure it’s now easy job but I managed the process. I started to test awesome my engine started up. I have a question. After one started, it’s dead again. It’s went back to same problem before I replaced new starter. Everything working except start the engine. No crank no start. What should I do? Or what did I do wrong?

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      Hi Charles, did you check the old starter once you removed it from your car? its not that you necessarily did anything wrong, there could be an issue with some part of your ignition system, try turning on the ignition to where all the lights on the dash are on, step on the brake, place the car in to the neutral position, see if it will start in neutral, if it does, you most likely have a faulty neutral safety switch, if still no start, I would check starter relay, the battery and the new starter, even though its new, it could still be faulty.. Your ignition switch could also be faulty.. you will need to do a process of elimination to determine where the issue is..

  • @tedlu008
    @tedlu008 Рік тому +1

    Thanks a lot showing the details. It’s great that we don’t need remove the exhaust pipe or jack up the engine as suggested by some channels

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      You're welcome Ted, all of that helps to make the part easier to access, but a lot more work, I try to find the faster and easier ways to get it done..

  • @sergey777ir
    @sergey777ir 2 роки тому +2

    thank you very much Nice video

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому +1

      You're quite welcome, glad to hear my video was of some help to you..

  • @OCISupport-yj5bd
    @OCISupport-yj5bd Рік тому +1

    Withall the labor involved with replacement of the starter, thank you for the tip on testing the starter by jumping it. Good tip with all of the defective parts on the market these days.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @OCI Support, you're welcome, I hate doing the same job twice..

  • @iyadtiti
    @iyadtiti 2 роки тому +1

    Great detailed video ..no need to take part of the exhaust like some videos advice to gain more space ...I am ready to do mine ..thank you

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому +1

      Much thanks, I do these videos to show that there are alternate ways to do these repairs without all that extreme teardown, I try to get a job done the most efficient way possible, the more I get accomplished fast and efficient the better it is for me. Good luck with your job, feel free to reach out if you get stuck.

    • @jerrykay1137
      @jerrykay1137 Рік тому

      3 hrs in shop i put in best starter

  • @mikimiki195
    @mikimiki195 Рік тому +1

    This is great video
    This is actually easy out
    Try taking starter out of 5.4L Ford Expedition now that’s pain. 👍🏻

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @Miki Miki, I can't remember if I've ever done a starter on 5.4L Ford Exp, if its as difficult as you say it is, I guess I would remember, but much thanks for the compliments on my video..

    • @mikimiki195
      @mikimiki195 Рік тому

      @@thediyyardie7192 yes it’s difficult
      there are three bolts bottom two are on but bolt on top you have no access.
      I had to disassemble starter on the car take half bottom of the starter off than take out bottom bolt.
      When I reinstalled it I never bother putting bolt back in. 👍🏻

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому +1

      @@mikimiki195 Wow, sounds like a real pain, if I ever get a job for that I will be sure to video it..

  • @tedlu008
    @tedlu008 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video! Wonder what is the symptoms of a starter that is going out ? Thanks again.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks much, there are a few, the most common is just a click from the starter when you turn the key to try to start the engine, it can take a few try's before it turns over, you can turn the key and it does nothing until after a few try's, also you can hear a grinding sound sometimes when you turn the key, these are a few of the most common symptoms of a starter going bad...

    • @tedlu008
      @tedlu008 2 роки тому

      @@thediyyardie7192 in my case the GL starts every time just long crank sometimes. Like cranking for 5 rotations. Thanks.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому

      @@tedlu008 there are a few things that can cause that also, worn spark plugs, a low fuel pressure problem, or an issue with the cold start system..

  • @hashim_iraq
    @hashim_iraq 2 роки тому +1

    Very detailed information. Thank you

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  2 роки тому +1

      You're welcome Hashim, thanks for the compliment on my video...

  • @tedlu008
    @tedlu008 Рік тому

    Wonder if you have any video on diagnosis and replacement of front control arms or stabilizer bar links for 2007 Gl450? Thanks again.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому +1

      No Ted I don't sorry, I've been doing this work for over 30 years, but recently started with the recording and UA-cam, my channel would have been well established if I had started in the early days of UA-cam, but I'm going to do my best from this point..

    • @tedlu008
      @tedlu008 Рік тому

      @@thediyyardie7192 wow cannot wait to see more of your videos working on the GL450.

  • @tedlu008
    @tedlu008 Рік тому

    Maybe need to put some locktite on the bolts

  • @jerrykay1137
    @jerrykay1137 Рік тому +1

    How long a job is that?

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      two to three hours tops, if you're mechanically inclined and using the correct tools..

    • @jerrykay1137
      @jerrykay1137 Рік тому +1

      Thank you

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @@jerrykay1137 you're welcome

    • @jerrykay1137
      @jerrykay1137 Рік тому

      I see starters on amazon from 100 to 500 dollars.
      How can they be the same.
      I have a 2011 450 gl
      160000 miles.

    • @jerrykay1137
      @jerrykay1137 Рік тому

      I have 2011 450 gl 160k miles.
      I see starters from amazon auto barn auto zone oreilly napa. From 100 to 500 dollars.

  • @tedlu008
    @tedlu008 Рік тому

    Guess there is not a torque value required for the two bolts since there is no room for a torque wrench.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      I'm sure there is one, but I use my own judgement..

    • @tedlu008
      @tedlu008 Рік тому +1

      @@thediyyardie7192 my mobile mechanic said 45 ft lb and was able to torque to that value using a torque wrench. Took him 1 hour today replacing it on my 2007 GL450. The new starter revs much faster -60% increase in rev rpm and the GL now starts up quickly. Very glad the starter got replaced.

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @@tedlu008 good to hear that, you're all set then..

    • @tedlu008
      @tedlu008 Рік тому +1

      @@thediyyardie7192 thanks a lot for your video. So that I got an idea about the steps needed in this job. I might be able to get it done maybe in 3 hours of time. But it’s really convenient and stress free to watch it done :)

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      @@tedlu008 You're quite welcome, that's the whole idea behind my channel..

  • @pabloirie2
    @pabloirie2 Рік тому +1

    Great job! Yardie, big up yuself!

    • @thediyyardie7192
      @thediyyardie7192  Рік тому

      respect everytime pabloirie2, nuff blessings, appreciate the big up..