DIY repair · Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6×6

Steering damper & front-end play

DIFFICULTY 2 / 5TIME ≈ 2 hoursCOST Parts plus labor

Symptoms

Wander, shimmy on the big tyres, clunks over bumps.

The fix, step by step

  1. Check the drag link, tie-rod ends and damper.
  2. One Bring a Trailer truck was fitted with an upgraded damper and new drag links and toe links.
  3. Align after any change, and re-torque the beadlock ring bolts while the wheels are off.

Tools & part numbers

  • Tie-rod end puller
  • torque wrench
  • alignment afterwards

Where to buy the parts

GwagenParts.com search: steering damperGwagenParts.com ↗
GwagenParts.com search: drag linkGwagenParts.com ↗

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Before you start

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.

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