Symptoms
Shake or judder under way, often worse under load.
The fix, step by step
- Inspect the joints and couplings for play before condemning the shaft.
- A worn shaft is a remove-and-replace job; mark the orientation so it goes back phased correctly.
Tools & part numbers
- Sockets and wrenches
- paint marker
- replacement shaft or joints
Where to buy the parts
GKN front driveshaft P10017 (OE 463 410 13 02)FCP Euro ↗Amazon ↗
Mercedes driveshaft flex discs (search; match by VIN)FCP Euro ↗
Hunting a used or discontinued part? Search eBay Motors for Mercedes-Benz G 500 parts →
Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.