Mercedes W163 '98 - '05 ML Remove Steering Wheel, Airbag, Airbag Pad, Collar Trim

[@L35inColorado]

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: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqXTaaCvlJ1qjZY I'll be posting some more videos for the seats and some other interior swap parts. Thanks for watching. Good luck with your repairs!

[@kluk666]

hello there! If I wanted to change the multifunction switches, do I have to remove all this trim with the clockspring?

[@thegoldenamerican]

The best mechanic demonstration video that I have ever seen....Awesome!!!

[@L35inColorado]

Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )

[@reyrob]

Best video tutorial on this subject on KZbin. Thanks and greetings from Switzerland!

[@L35inColorado]

Thanks! : )

[@Bigwalt-yc1wj]

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!

[@L35inColorado]

Haha, thanks -- I'm far, far, far from the best mechanic (or being a mechanic at all!), but I appreciate you watching! Good luck! : )

[@Juan-vp3wz]

You explain better than others

[@L35inColorado]

Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )

[@outofthinair1]

Outstanding video !!!!!!!!! Clear instuctions, perfectly films details everything you could ever ask for ......

[@L35inColorado]

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!

[@justanordinaryviewer9873]

i learned something about my car, thank you

[@davidearl1300]

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. 😂

[@L35inColorado]

Thanks, and thanks for watching! : )

[@Mercedesdriver2012]

Absolutely perfect!!! Best regards from Germany 😁🙌

[@L35inColorado]

Wow, Germany -- that's so cool! I'm so glad the video helped : )

[@danielmccarthy1982]

Don't move the clock spring! I love your work!

[@L35inColorado]

Haha, yes - don't move the clock spring! Thanks for watching : )

[@cindesetiawan9175]

Very Helpful video, thank you.. just perfect

[@CLVannoy]

Great video bud keep up the clean work

[@papajointtv5909]

superb video

[@L35inColorado]

Thanks for watching! : )

[@wbrokow1]

Ok. I won’t move the clock spring.But I need to replace the combination switch! How do I remove the clock spring?

[@chanl54]

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!

[@L35inColorado]

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! : )

[@chanl54]

@@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

[@fednermorissaint2485]

You are very good

[@L35inColorado]

Thanks for watching! : )

[@mw3prodigy100]

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

[@L35inColorado]

I'm not sure what you mean about the combination switch?

[@sumopedicab1814]

how to bring my ML55 Benz to you, Love your Passion and quality

[@robyyy3042]

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?

[@L35inColorado]

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 : )

[@georgeanddaddecker7563]

What brand dealership do you work for as a technician?

[@L35inColorado]

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 : )

[@georgeanddaddecker7563]

@@L35inColorado Is that your full time occupation? If not , are you an engineer or ex military trained technician?

[@L35inColorado]

​@@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. : )

[@georgeanddaddecker7563]

@@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.

[@L35inColorado]

@@georgeanddaddecker7563 Thank you - I truly appreciate that! : ) I wish you and your family the best!

[@cruxinterfaces]

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

[@L35inColorado]

For the full dash replacement video, click here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqXTaaCvlJ1qjZY

[@DJ-pn9te]

The bolt never came loose even with auto hammer 1500 ft lb torque

[@L35inColorado]

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!

[@pabloramon896]

Same hapen to me , any solution ?

[@elektronikartaper5230]

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.

[@L35inColorado]

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."

[@FiatMortem]

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.

[@L35inColorado]

Ahaha -- It is so true! Respect the clock spring and everything will be okay, haha.

[@fiatmortem5128]

Yah, looks like I gotta leaky washer tank, fortunately you've got me covered there. How are you with power steering racks? 🙄

[@L35inColorado]

@@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!

[@fiatmortem5128]

@@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.

[@L35inColorado]

@@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

[@В.Ч-я4е]

Молодец!🤝 Спасибо😊

[@L35inColorado]

спасибо и спасибо за просмотр! : )