[DBuck82]

how do I get the original one out? There are two plastic clips on top and two on the bottom. I am having a hell of a time getting to the ones on the bottom.

The trim piece at the bottom is hard to get to as well since there is a third screw I am having a hard time getting at as well.

Any tips or advice on what tools are needed or if I am missing something? I have screwdrivers, socket sets but everything is so hard to get to.

I even tried taking the headlight assembly but again there is a third screw that I am having trouble getting to on the left next to the fan.

 

[NobleTruths]

You have to remove the entire lamp unit from the car. Once out, those clips are easy to work with. Also, there is a philips head screw to remove located on the motor-side, outside upper corner of the lamp unit.

 

[DBuck82]

Done. Amazing what happens when you purchase the correct tool.

Thanks!

 

[NobleTruths]

Done. Amazing what happens when you purchase the correct tool.

Thanks!

Just curious...what is the "correct tool?" I had no problem using my basic wrenches, sockets and screwdrivers.

 

[DBuck82]

Just curious...what is the "correct tool?" I had no problem using my basic wrenches, sockets and screwdrivers.

8mm wrench. I had a 8mm socket which I was able to get all but one screw with that. I didn't know this but my dad informed me this morning that there is a tool set for the car in the trunk. Good to know for next time...

 

[NobleTruths]

8mm wrench. I had a 8mm socket which I was able to get all but one screw with that. I didn't know this but my dad informed me this morning that there is a tool set for the car in the trunk. Good to know for next time...

lol. Every one of my cars have a 120+ wrench and socket set, 20+ screwdrivers of varying lengths and sizes, hammers, pry bars, umpteen various pliers and clamps, and more. Each is a mobile shadetree mechanic shop.

 

[DBuck82]

lol. Every one of my cars have a 120+ wrench and socket set, 20+ screwdrivers of varying lengths and sizes, hammers, pry bars, umpteen various pliers and clamps, and more. Each is a mobile shadetree mechanic shop.

Yeah I need to have a tool kit in each car, I am slowly learning on what I need. Maybe one day I will be proficient with the Mercedes and in the mean time all I can do is learn one step at a time.

One thing that needs to be done is engine mounts, hopefully I can get that done in the next few weeks.

 

[NobleTruths]

Fortunately, these are the easiest cars I have ever changed mounts on.

 

[DBuck82]

Fortunately, these are the easiest cars I have ever changed mounts on.

So for someone that has never done it, would it take a weekend? AS far as getting the car ready to do this, what is involved?

 

[NobleTruths]

Should not take more than a few hours. Raise the car on jacks, lift the engine slightly from underneath with a scissor or hydraulic jack, unbolt and replace mounts. Sure...a bit more than that, but that is the gist of it. Use the Search function to find specifics, and step-by-step.