Changing 6 Fluids and 4 Filters to Make this Car Last Forever (hopefully) [Salvage S-Class Part 2]

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[@adamking1924]

"It encourages you to have multiple Mercedes so you get the most out of your tool" Absolute win.

[@wholeNwon]

Yes, everyone with an S Class NEEDS a parts car.

[@rsaunders57]

Yes, my Mercedes does just "come right apart", if you have the right Mercedes custom tool, they can't have the dealership mechanic take too long to fix your car. As I saw you hammering with your brass rod and hammer all I could think was "That's another special jig you should get" to go with you fleet of Mercedes S-Class cars.

[@emilemasbou7950]

I just need ONE (1) Cadillac DEVILLE because it never breaks down like your German junk!! Still going and going and going after 20 years....@@wholeNwon

[@wholeNwon]

@@emilemasbou7950 26 yrs with my LS400 and everything still works. No German crap for me.

[@jimhamilton3544]

I had a Mercedes 500SEL I LOVED THE CAR but it was nothing but a constant repair bill. It was mechanically in good condition with excellent interior and no dings. I couldn’t even sell it at the Colton/ Ontario auto auction for $2000. 🫣 Now you know why Mercedes S Class used cars are dirt cheap. “THEY ARE ENGINEERED LIKE NO OTHER CAR IN THE WORLD.” That is because they are junk and are the absolute worst car to maintain as they constantly breakdown and are a nightmare to repair . I have had 3 Lexuses LS 400, LS430, LS460L with virtually no repairs and a car that is atleast 5 times better in every way than the S- Class Benz. ps I have never taken any Mercedes or Lexus to the Stealership as they are both thieves that work on these cars.

[@utilitarian]

Genuinely get excited when I see a new video - high quality mixed with light humour - absolutely one of the best channels on YT.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you!

[@b4804514]

Waldo does magically put together just the right mix of entertainment and education. It is genius right before your eyes.

[@corydriver7634]

100% this.

[@corydriver7634]

So you never got the CV joint off? Everything about this channel screams 1M plus subscribers. Entertaining, humorous and educational. Keep up the good work man it’s paying off.

[@captainfish1764]

You are right. I wish he could put out more videos.

[@gavintwilley7586]

Benz tech here. For those axles you can actually use the axle bolt to press off the cv joint. It’s hollow all the way through so the bolt goes in and presses the end off saves you from hammering away with a brass punch. that way you can do it on the car if it’s just the outer boot that’s torn 😁

[@WaldosWorld]

Thanks for the tip! 👍

[@danielkingery2894]

Hahaha. 👍👍👍 Bleep, bleepity! Bleep, bleep was fun too.

[@andruspuusta4230]

I was going to say that but the tip is already here. It works with most German made cars.

[@prems1545]

Dude I need ur help share ur telegram if possible

[@gavintwilley7586]

@@prems1545 uhhh idk about my telegram but I can probably help on here what’s up

[@steamhackman]

I cannot believe how interesting these videos are, despite being completely irrelevant to me in practical reality. Yet I'm totally fascinated. I love these videos, Waldo, please keep doing what you're doing.

[@admiralfloofz658]

MB tech here aswell. Couple of pointers concerning the transmissionoil change. The bolts for the pan are aluminium for a reason, the older cars had steel bolts and they used to corrode inside the aluminium fastners which made them very difficult to get off. Secondly, usually you wont get any oil out of the converter by just removing the drainplug, theres a special tool for draining it which is a long steel tube which will let the air out, you can also blow in it with compressed air to drain it faster. Also about the sparkplugs, please oh please use sparkplug grease on the boots, they become almost impossible to get off if you dont.

[@bestgeeksmd]

And don't forget to remove engine oil filter before draining the oil

[@ThatoneY62]

The opera editing 😂😂😂 you’re a goon and that’s why we love you lol and the super casual excuse you after the transmission toot lol

[@ReviewGuy01]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHnVcmSph9SHrq8 its a reference to this weird moment in orchestra music

[@donkobis8187]

With my childhood dreams and watching you I want to become a truck driver and welder I'm looking at applying to electric boat or general dynamics so Waldo thank you for inspiring me.

[@Goot449]

electric boat IS general dynamics

[@donkobis8187]

@Jake Guttenplan correct I put both due to some people only knowing one not the other one thinking that it's two different companies

[@kyles_wrld3675]

my friend works at electric boat

[@kristoffermangila]

If you get lucky, you might get to work on the Virginia-class SSNs, even the upcoming Columbia-class SSBNs...

[@Narwaro]

As long as its not a V12 or hydraulic suspension that is really crammed in there all S classes are really a joy to work on compared to other cars. One of the reasons why Mercedes is the only cars ive had in my life.

[@GeorgeMcNally]

You have to be the only KZbinr wrenching on a dirt floor......much respect 🙂

[@kenstudios]

Wow, very well done. I had a 2013 S550 that I took really good care of. Ran well and I was doing most of the services, similar to what you just did, in my garage. Car ran exceptionally until about 140,000 when a red light runner totaled my car. I truly believe that the 2013 W221 was one of the better built S classes second only to the W140. I ended up buying a 2018 S560 which honestly speaking was a piece of crap that stayed breaking down and it made me hate the W222 models. Now I drive a 2020 S560 that has had it's share of problems but I really do miss my 2013 S550

[@jduwayne1]

@kenstudios: I agree with you 1000%! The W140 is probably the best generation S-Class Mercedes…I also think the W221 was the last best built generation…

[@AlvinShen]

For the night view assist. You also need different headlights as there is IR in the headlight to help with Night View Assist

[@davidcutter1030]

With six Mercedes in my barns, I couldn't agree more about multiple ownership. Your videos are very well done, thank you for your information. "Click click " - awesome! I own a 2013 S550.

[@itsjustme9318]

Much respect to you Waldo for tackling all that work! Most of us would be very intimidated to work on an S class MB but not you! Great to see you using Liquid Moly which is the best out there by far. Love the fact that no matter what you buy you always do a complete fluid and filter refresh which is very smart. How is your dad enjoying his boom truck which you expertly brought back to life?

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! The van is slightly stuck out back with all the snow and ice we have 😂

[@KerboOnYT]

​@@WaldosWorld If it's only slightly stuck then you're not trying hard enough 😁

[@Nabitz]

@@WaldosWorld you need to pull it out with one of your trucks also what happened with the gooseneck trailer??

[@hawkeye454]

Waldo, of the 200+ youtube channels I sub to, Yours is hands down my absolute favorite!!!

[@WaldosWorld]

You're too kind!

[@MOON_KID]

The Mercedes driving into the dirt floor garage is great. Really enjoy this channel

[@armandoortiz6943]

This is one of the best videos I've seen in a while on fluid changes.

[@EngineerLewis]

That looked like a very expensive service but nice to see you had all the tools to complete it! I wonder if you can share the cost to service? Always a pleasure to watch you work Waldo ! 🤣

[@WaldosWorld]

I think it was probably $800-900. It could have been done cheaper, but I used quality parts

[@highnoon891]

That hammer scene....as a musician....perfection! But I can't laugh cause I'm at work

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

What a peach!! Lucky find there Waldo. Properly engineered! Night view is ace. Had it on my old E63. It really works well. Basically the rear seat blinds, heaters everything sounds just like my old AMG. I worked at Merc AMG HPP then so it was an ex-MBUK press car.

[@davis8045]

Videos are getting better man and your focusing on what people want to see, keep it up!

[@azertyytreza8947]

8:51 The recognisable face of “Damn, I hope nothing explodes in my face when it comes loose!?” 😅

[@BarnStangz]

Buddy of mine worked at Mercedes for over 20 years, went to their factory in Germany and all that and he always said the S550 was one of the best. Solid built, reasonably powerful, very comfortable on the road and reliable. Of course, he now works at Lexus, and really sees reliable cars compared to the Mercs.

[@nadirkhan7552]

Wow. I just had so much fun watching this. As in my eyes, heart and brain seeing all that stuff done is just so satisfying for a car guy. Appreciate your efforts 👌

[@bobconaway]

Great humor! Much needed when working on a Benz in any weather, but especially in your conditions.

[@schrodingerscat8621]

I like that you used a brass punch to separate that CV from the shaft. I actually cut down a punch, drilled a hole in it on the end and put my air chisel with the point adapter inside the hole of the brass punch and use the air chisel to separate the two, that way you can also hold the splined end straight while shocking it off.

[@robertbrandywine]

Did it come off easily?

[@schrodingerscat8621]

@@robertbrandywine Comes off very easy with the air chisel action.

[@mbhug]

Thank you for showing the second w221. If you are interested in getting into the electronics, you should think about retro fitting the night vision package to your good W221 using the parts from the donor. Could be fun… if you have the manuals and WIS. Anyway - Good luck with the inspection.

[@deebee3901]

Brilliant video as usual. I'm not sure how I'm going to cure my anxiety waiting for your next episode!

[@cristoffersolem]

Nice to see a w221 on the channel. I'm about to do a spark plug change on a M157 which is very much related to the M278. I read that spark plug indexing is critical on these engines, and there is a technical service bulletin from Mercedes on the topic. (OEM/Bosch plugs and 23 NM). A good tip is to mark the spark plug socket to verify the angle of the electrode. More videos on Mercedes appreciated 👍

[@JonUF02]

Came here to say this. If you torque OEM plugs to the proper 23NM then they should be indexed properly (no anti-sieze, just dry)

[@cristoffersolem]

"should"... Mark the plug socket tool to be 100% sure. There are forum posts about 23NM dry without anti seize that gives different results on the OEM plugs.

[@realomon]

great to see that mercedes designers were also very thoughtful about convenient maintnance as well.

[@feron450]

Love the video. I have the same s class, currently has 245,000 miles on it and drives just aswell as when I first bought it with 75k miles.

[@WaldosWorld]

That's awesome! These are great vehicles 👍

[@showrunner2183]

Have you had to get any major work done? If so, what

[@undertakerfire7810]

Yep they are, 09 CL550 with 90K here:)...

[@codywoodbaby]

2008 s550. Bought at 100k. Rolling like butter at 220k. Just keep up the maintenance. They are extremely well built

[@lotuslotus718]

I did 5 years ago salvage inspection in New York. First thing down load salvage request from dmv.Then fill up form and send payment. After that you will get date of inspection. When you transport your vehicle to inspection make sure that is on the registered trailer. If you drive your car with out trailer it is automatically denied. So make sure that is on the trailer upon arrival Whatever parts are replaced make sure that you have vin number from where part came from and receipt. This is mostly applied for doors hood and engine but in your case nothing just in case bring vin number and purchase proof from Mercedes where suspension module came from. They will instruct you to bring vehicle inside garage to open all doors hood an trunk to place receipts on passenger seat and to leave in waiting room. After 30 minutes approximately they will call you to pick up car. You will receive confirmation that you pass and NYS title will be mailed to your address. With salvage rebuild title you can then register your car in your state. Reason why they want you to register car from state that is purchase is because title will state “rebuild salvage “so all other titles will do the same forever. It is just disclosure. I would still bring all receipts from repairs and parts. Good luck.

[@Bigsoot7393]

Great video as usual mate! I'm a truck mechanic in Australia and it makes me grateful for working on American trucks watching your channel, they have drain and fill points for diffs AND transmissions! Haha

[@victorbaird8220]

I can fall asleep to Waldo speaking glad I am watching this before bed. 😂❤😊

[@Jasona1976]

An excellent video as always and a further display of your substantial mechanical talents.

[@plunder1956]

I'm really loving your head camera footage & the nice little tricks you use to access difficult drain plugs. So often you find the only problems these high end cars gave you is that nobody serviced them. So owners probably sold them simply because they DIDN'T look after basic maintenance, that's crazy.

[@clonetrooper576]

Waldo, if you retrofit Night view assist onto your "flood" S class, I would LOVE to see that.

[@WaldosWorld]

I've been thinking about it. It would need a new windshield though, so I'll have to see how expensive that is 👍

[@dz-cl5pl]

Your videos of you repairing old(ish) Mercedes-Benzes is actually my dream come true. I would so love to be able to do that. But since I’m not, I simply watch you. Some videos more than once. Thank you so much for the entertainment and knowledge shared with us.

[@IanKinyanjui]

Your vehice salvage videos are always so educational; i always watch to the very end. I love your attention to detail. Keep it up. More videos please...

[@thumperjdm]

I found your channel a couple of weeks ago, and I've been binge-watching almost everything. Another great video. It seems there isn't a single tool that you don't own! 😁

[@diljitsingh9444]

Loved the witty comment at 7:25. Nice sense of humor. Why not get a solid floor for clean working

[@WaldosWorld]

I do need a better shop for sure 👍

[@diljitsingh9444]

With sincerity that you putting in Hard work, you will for sure, God bless 🙏

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

Still genuinely impressed with the deal you got on your keeper. It literally sparkles at every angle. I like your videos, look forward to all that are sure to follow.

[@marpa0]

10:18 that was genius mate! 🤣

[@alexandrutodey6352]

Amazing video, Waldo. It’s impressive how I started watching your channel when you first got the MB E class with the cracked block. Then I got addicted to other videos and now I’m here watching another video about another Mercedes🤣. You are doing a great job, keep going man!

[@Marine-wj4jv]

Can't wait to watch the series where you build a shop!

[@shanethomas5327]

Im interested to see how it goes. Im from NY thats how I knew about the MV907. So i Know like NJ and PA dont take it. But like Florida and Mass. does and will convert it to a salvage title. Worse case you may have to get really creative with how you register it, and maybe the MV-907 and the bill of sale could satisfy your state to get a title, either way im looking forward to the next one.

[@AssassinMan308]

Great stuff, enjoying this series as I'm more familiar with BMW's its cool to see Mercedes maintenance. I wouldn't mind longer videos on these projects.

[@RealTBTKenya]

You make it look so easy. Nice content, I always binge watch your videos

[@mjtv2840]

Man you're on par with M539 Restorations when it comes to restoration with old Cars

[@khalilbenchanaa1566]

I just love watching your videos on cars they are very calming and thoughtful

[@gamingvideograph]

Thought i had to wait sometime for updates on this s class. Happy to see its uploaded.

[@saakal16]

Tip! Next time if you wanna move outside part of cv axle use wheel hub locking bolt and use impact to screw it in until the outer part pops out. Hold it straight and avoid do it on angle or something. Hammering will destroy it like shown on video. Hope that helps. You can test that method on old cv axle.

[@rockheadregolith8325]

Great content Mr Waldo, great video, and I look forward to following your adventures!

[@ballhammerindustries]

Excellent video! Very satisfying and I chuckled a couple times. Keep up the good work!

[@LoganLoggingOn]

Love the content! One thing my dad said about, is using a brass hammer or punch to remove a bearing can leave brass chips in the bearing since they are just so hard.

[@nasme100]

I think they use aluminum bolts on the transmission pan to prevent stuck bolts. Iron and aluminum contract can cause galvanic corrosion, and those bolts address on the bottom of the car, exposed to a lot of water.

[@edwardrodrigo2956]

Honesty in job is much appreciated.

[@Tommy_Poole]

Verdi’s Anvil Chorus. My absolute favourite piece of Opera music. Good choice.

[@TapeLV]

13:46 not seeing a vacuum action shot made me have a full body tremble.

[@JundaComputersGmbH]

10:25 The Movie Bad Santa had the same music and they were hammering and it reminded me of that movie! 😂😂😂

[@Jamaicawii]

Liked and subscribed! Definitely one of the best growing car content out there!! Love and respect from Saudi Arabia.

[@shrikantd]

Since I love range rover alot, one fine day I watched your vlog and really loved it. I am always waiting for your videos even though my knowledge or interest in this area is absolute nothing. Just love the way you make videos! Wait might be more at times but totally worth it!

[@demon4719]

Your videos are caliming. idk why I'm just peaceful. I love the vibe man, and keep going

[@Guido_Sarducci007]

Great to now watch Part 2! Nice maintenance updates! This car is worth all that you put into it, for sure. No need to bleep certain speech, its all good!

[@dillabetes]

“Right about.. click click… that” 😂

[@kevin9c1]

You fill the front diff from the drain plug. Measure 600mL or whatever it is. Then pump and quickly place the drain plug back. Or add a bit over the amount to account for slight spillage. Way easier.

[@gerbenoebele]

You really had me almost screaming at the screen, like: 'tell me what that 'rare' option is please!', but then, yeah you did, gosh, such a climax, sublime!

[@highendtrends3508]

Wow! What a find! I hope all goes well when you go for the registration, god willing. Keep up the great videos!

[@brokebuilt4827]

Great video. My 13' W221 is almost due for the same service. I may left someone else do the trans service since I don't have a lift or a pump, but the rest looks pretty simple. Thanks again for such a clear, concise video

[@alanmay7929]

10:17 Il trovatore act II that was the best part 😅😅😅

[@ansariiansari7364]

blinker fluid is the most important one to replace.

[@radoslavradoslavov8007]

VP of Maintenance... I never like stuff on the internet, but this, this was genius

[@raymondmumford6255]

OMG, love this car. You made all this work look so easy 🤠

[@perjohannessen3360]

My god! Hearing Waldo curse at the axle made my day! Haha, great video as always. Thanks

[@WaldosWorld]

I was hoping that part would come across comically 😂

[@kamranmirza77]

Awesome video Waldo! Good job.

[@carlsegerstrom3989]

Waldo, it’s like we have the same taste in vehicles… I found you when I was looking at 6.5 diesel videos, then I bought a 2005 Sierra 2500hd with a duramax, then I bought a 2003 e55 amg. It sounds like you got a smokin deal on that s class. I really like the quality and feel of the Mercedes products. Do you watch legitstreetcars? He is really the reason I am into Mercedes in the first place.

[@WaldosWorld]

What a coincidence! I've heard of the channel, but never watched it. I guess I should check it out 👍

[@carlsegerstrom3989]

@@WaldosWorld yea, legitsteetcars has a bunch of videos on a e320 cdi from a few years ago… he was MB tech for years and a wealth of info.

[@OttomaticM]

Good timing was rewatching the Dyno videos earlier and got this nice gift.

[@carter2671]

Loved this video! This maintenance stuff is so interesting to me! Looking forward to the rest of the process with this BEAUTIFUL Mercedes! I didn’t even like Mercedes before this but you’ve converted me, lol. They are good lookin cars

[@essamalwazir757]

I think you are so clever mechanical & Electrical Engineer .bravo for you.

[@sethcarlson1709]

Thank you for the Anvil Chorus reference! Amazing video per usual!

[@Peiperkatt]

Yet again amazing video! Love your videos! Love from Estonia!

[@williammit1332]

Enjoyed every second of this series 👌 🙌

[@avioncamper]

Yeah a Waldo video, my weekend is complete, my car hero.. Good job on the fluid changes, working in the 30's is just a little cold for me. Still have not had any snow yet, was 72 the other day. keep the videos coming. Nice car too.

[@WaldosWorld]

Thank you! I'm jelly of the warmth 😬

[@colinsmith364]

The Mercedes stuff you do is absolutely the best content you make.

[@ScottSellsSoCal]

Excellent, thank you Waldo!!

[@cookiemonstermc4648]

Great video as always! Waiting on your next video. Thank you!!!

[@philbrutsche8928]

@13:10 - Bosch makes fuel system & exhaust parts for all major European car makes: fuel injectors, spark plugs, coil packs, fuel injectors, O2 sensors, etc. You can save quite a bit of $ by using the OE supplier to BMW, VW Auto Group (VW, Porsche, Audi, Lamborghini) and Mercedes rather than getting the parts from the dealer parts counter. AKA, Bosch. Bosch coil ignition coils are 1/2 or 1/3 the cost of the dealer parts counter and are the same part.

[@dannydelao7265]

This is an awesome video ! learned a lot from you, thank you !

[@dct124]

Check the main cabin vent inside the engine bay behind the battery. Stuff usually finds it's way in there that gets neglected and leads to interior flooding. Check all of the water drain holes with a prob, and spray nozzle.

[@carltrano1325]

I love this car, so glad you have it on your channel.

[@madmike6942]

i had a mercedes s500 old model...spld it 3 months ago...loved that car...fully loaded....

[@kirkyhuhkirky3996]

Tell us you watch Top Gear without telling us you watch Top Gear. Iconic feature

[@stacyhackney6100]

Now I want one just cause you love it so: the way it drives, the ease of maintenance. I checked 2024 prices, they start at $117,000. Oh well. It's nice to learn which luxury car is the best. 😊

[@slyde734]

A buddy of mine's got one of those. Its a sweet ride, it glides over the road at high speeds. I hope you kept that car, they are a sweet ride.

[@Flowing23]

great vid, looking forward to the title reissue . good luck 👍👍

[@xozindustries7451]

I always clean my drain pans every time I use them for that very reason, you can always spot an issue

[@RJixs]

I always get sad when te video ends.. so relaxing and funny.

[@arsinoeivlostprincess4228]

Always great content and I always learn something.

[@scottcol23]

I just found your channel and love the content. Gotta watch all your videos to get up to speed. Subscribed.

[@danielkingery2894]

Another great vid Waldo. That 'flood damaged car looks like a good one. Im intrigued with the inspections/titling vid too.😎

[@rickybob7332]

Awesome work man!