W124 - steering wheel squeak fixed - NON AIRBAG VERSION!

This squeak had been annoying me for some time, im pleased that it's now silent. I just have to deal with the blower motor next.

[@dinispaulino7512]

Is it necessary to remove the Mercedes emblem? Doesn't it come out together with the steering wheel cover?

[@MMWA-DAVE]

on this style wheel if you dont pull the emblem the middle section can be torn and damaged when pulling out from the horn cage. It is best to remove it so it comes out easy.

[@dinispaulino7512]

@@MMWA-DAVE Thanks for the information. I might have to try this in the future, because I had a similar squeak, but now it has misteriously disappeard...

[@ka130258]

MMWA, I have just serviced my motor. I have a spare gear ring for the arm if you would like it!

[@MMWA-DAVE]

Mine still works perfectly - it’s absolutely frowned upon to use these monowipers in original state without cleaning out the original dried out grease and relubricating. Absolutely essential maintenance on all monowipers.

[@alpaslanilkman3122]

I have watched all of your videos,very useful . I have a 1987 w124 of which steering wheel I would like to replace with a airbad one taken out of a 1994 model w124.Can this be done ?

[@tony66au]

Amazing the amount of grunge that accumulates in the inside of the steering column, I replaced my Steering wheel on one of the 116's, no doubt never removed since the 70's and it was putrid. Nothing a can of electrical contact cleaner didnt solve and judicious application of white lithium grease and she was good as gold.

[@CarswithNash]

Good tip.

[@XPbIM3]

interesting video effect due to video encoding: in 480p when You rotate the wheel 5:00 center bolt seem not to move_)

[@99sports64]

Thanks for the helpful video I have a similar squeak in the wheel when turning in my 124, I'll give this a go and see if it helps

[@compu85]

The little brushes pull out of the combination switch assembly if you want to clean them too. They have springy contacts inside the switch, they're just a press fit from the front. I just cleaned all the rings on my airbag wheel. I didn't put any lubricant on them - there didn't appear to have been any from the factory. The airbag rings were also C shaped - not sure if that's how they're supposed to be, but the shape was a bit too even to be from wear I think.

[@MMWA-DAVE]

theres also a late version on the last of the w124’s which is a clockspring type device like on all the later cars. It has harness connections at either side and i presume is unserviceable.

[@compu85]

@@MMWA-DAVE The 4Matic cars got those for sure. They have a steering angle sensor too!

[@MMWA-DAVE]

@@compu85 yep, have seen the old copper ring type too for 4 matic too, they had magnets glued to underside of the copper rings.

[@nehuge]

@@MMWA-DAVE Are you saying that the later cars don't have the copper contact rings on the back of the wheel? My '95 has that squeal inside the steering wheel area when I turn the wheel. Trying to figure out what is making that squeal. It is not in the column.

[@MMWA-DAVE]

@@nehuge airbag cars have an additional set of rings for the airbag, very late cars dont use rings at all and use the more modern clockspring assy. I just dont want people with airbags following these instructions and having the airbag explode in their face. Additional steps are required to disconnect and handle the airbag wheel safely.

[@tomaszszerel2304]

thanks for that video, my 91 200D has similar issue, it doesnt squeak yet but you can hear friction like moving knife on steel sheet. i think that correct way of lubricating it is using copper grease as it is designed to both reduce friction and conduct electricity. might not be as sound proofing as silicone grease alone but always worth a try. i have a question. do you happen to know something about w124 estate version or 2.8 engines found in e class version of w124? im looking to buy one and im not quite sure where to look at haha. have a nice day!

[@tony66au]

Coppercoat Grease doesn't do well in high temps and will run and drip which is why Silicone or Lithium grease is better in metal to metal contact applications. Considering Aussie car interiors can hit 90 Celsius or 195f in old money youd find Coper grease dribbling out onto your clothes or upholstery despite claims to the contrary. Its actually more an Anti Seize compound than a lubricant too and as its mineral or petroleum based its not kind to rubber and plastics. Although its been around a long time there are much better compounds for use in modern cars.

[@Jupitercollection]

This steering is better than the old one

[@MMWA-DAVE]

the wheel? I like this late version non airbag wheel too. I have another for my red car to fit later