Rear Multi Link Suspension - C Class - W204 - Mercedes-Benz

Rear Multi Link Suspension Time: 5 hours Tab: $25 to $900 Talent: 3 Tools: 32mm 12 point socket, complete set of metric wrenches andsockets, 5mm Allen M12 12 point, 15mm socket, E14, E12 socket, large breaker bar or impact wrench Applicable Models: Mercedes-Benz C250 (2012-14) Mercedes-Benz C300 (2008-14) Mercedes-Benz C350 (2008-14) Parts Required: Suspension control arm kit Hot Tip: Check the bushing on the control arm Performance Gain: Tighter suspension and longer life for your tires Complementary Modification: Replace lower control arm bushings If your Mercedes-Benz W204 is starting to wander all over the road, or the suspension is beginning to feel "sloppy," there is a good chance you have worn out suspension bushings. The W204 uses a 5 link suspension system that includes a series of control arms and a tie rod to keep the tires in proper geometry to the road. It is very unusual for one of the arms or "links" in the suspension to actually wear out, but the bushings on the ends of the arms do, and need to be replaced. While you may be able to find separate bushings for the arms it is wiser, and in the long run, cheaper to replace the whole arm that includes new bushings, while performing this job. The arms are sold individually or in a kit. If you can afford it, I would recommend installing all new links from the kit, and then get a good alignment done on the car. If one strut or bushing is gone the others are not far behind. Remember when working on the suspension hardware that Mercedes considers all the hardware to be single use only so keep this in mind when ordering parts. You will need to get the alignment on the car rest after changing out the suspension components Begin by safely raising and supporting your car off the ground. Please see our article on jacking up and supporting your Mercedes-Benz. If the rear of your car is wondering all over the road it is time to check and replace components in the multilink suspension Applies to: C350 (2007-14), C180 (2007-14), C200 (2007-14), C230 (2007-14), C250 (2007-14), C280 (2007-14), C300 (2007-14), C320 (2007-14)