Mercedes GL ML R Class Trunk Lock Repair

[@wrecklessdriving7171]

Few comments: Sorry for my English - not native, just wanted to help everyone who's struggling with this issue. IMPORTANT: Don't forget to reattach the spring on the left side (partly visible on the left upper gear 3:56). This spring must be attached to the gear that is moved by small motor on the left Don't apply too much pressure when screwing cover - it might clog the motor Don't worry if left (small) motor is wobbling or not attached to gear - it will be pressed by the cover

[@blushgtr]

I was having the issue where the latch wouldn’t engage like you mentioned in the end of the video. All your steps worked but now I can’t open the hatch. Emergency release is not working either. What would you recommend? Thank you 🙏🏽

[@germangedgauds7594]

@@blushgtr In this case you have to open cover (unscrew bolts) and then re-engage spring on the gear which is on top of small motor

[@blushgtr]

@@germangedgauds7594 thank you

[@aerotom1]

The best detailed description and video to check and repair the truck lock. I followed your video carefully - diagnosed the fault via your recommendations - and repaired my truck lock myself. Sincere Thank You

[@pppcguy]

Just fixed my s211. One motor broke and replace both with new motors. Now it works and lock with no problem. Super thank you.

[@ibrahimjad5455]

Best video lock repair, I even managed to fix the broken motor by soldering the brushes inside. All worked well afterwords. Thank you.

[@luckyajayi2679]

This video save me a lot of time. Even though it’s a 4 years old. Thanks.

[@gloriaschwazenhag2252]

Excellent video. It really helped me in making sure all the gears were properly positioned. Thanks a million. I actually drilled out the cover placement points and put small screws in to replace the cover.

[@BORIS_DIGITAL_HUB]

I have the 4th issue (I can't lock it) after carwash I will test it tomorrow. Thanks for the video it's really usefull :)

[@miquelgallen3407]

Very, very good explanations 😊. Thanks for sharing!!!!!!

[@a.s.5903]

Many thanks, wonderful advices and explanations!

[@minhbui9249]

Thanks for the video. I have same problem with my gl. Bought a replacement one on eBay for $30. It drained my battery the next day. They sent another one. Same thing happened. Will try to fix my oem one with your video.

[@nkwaingwana8971]

Great video. Thanks man.

[@nico-toscani]

Thanks for your video, I replaced both motors, other parts were ok, but when I reinstall lock, first it wasn't locking at all, then I rotate this gear, (I wasn't sure if this was the problem... )Now it locked the gate (without soft close) and won't open. I had to release it manually. Could you give me some hint what I'm doing wrong?

[@HussainAli-oz6gx]

Thank you 😘

[@jasontorres8765]

do you remember what size rivet you used

[@bartoszchrzanowski9115]

Hi, thank you for this video, it helped a lot. I’ve noticed a problem tho, after replacing this small electro engine The lock doesn’t close entirely. There is a small gap between The trunk and the chassy. After a night when the trunk was clossd, the batery run down. Almost entirely. I can’t start the car now. Any idea why the lock doesn’t lock until the end?

[@JockerLt]

Hello, very informative video, helped me a lot! Did you find an aftermarket metal part 22003513 to buy somewhere?

[@erminegildas]

I have a problem with my trunk latch, it makes no sound when you close the trunk, soft close is not working, I tooked it apart, nothing is broken 2 motors inside both work if you take them out and check separately, but in car it does not work, any ideas?

[@Jo-hannsen]

thank you sir

[@elgzoli74]

Despite our love for the Mercedes brand, the GL model from 2012 and earlier has many manufacturing defects that frustrate the soul, defects in the blind spot device, defects in oil leakage in the engine, defects in the front door lock malfunction, defects in the brakes, defects that you cannot find in a Korean or Chinese car. 😳

[@leodavis7524]

Just ordered one from Amazon for my GL 320 …

[@golfernst]

Title is trunk lock repair, then you talk about DOOR lock???????

[@germangedgauds7594]

Trunk is car’s 5th door

[@richsackett3423]

This is pointless. A new aftermarket replacement is available from Amazon for 50 USD.

[@gloriaschwazenhag2252]

Not if you don’t have the time to get the part or 50$ dude.

[@laszlorogacs1925]

If you're a DIY guy, like me, you probably try to repair it, instead of buying a chinese lock for 50USD. That's what i'll do tomorrow with my lock

[@richsackett3423]

@@laszlorogacs1925 I am most certainly a DIY guy, therefore I value my time. The real DIY guys I know are not that precious about the country of origin of an easily-replaced body part.

[@laszlorogacs1925]

@@richsackett3423 ok, you just buy the part and i will repair mine. ;)

[@richsackett3423]

@@laszlorogacs1925 Already did and it's worked perfectly for a year. The procedure took about 45 minutes total. Good luck with your cobbling. It's worth noting that the goal of DIY is to obtain professional quality results without paying a pro. No pro would ever repair a interchangeable assembly like this.