Symptoms
Wander, wheel shake at 55–70 mph, vague on-centre feel. au7o reports this as the most common W463 complaint.
The fix, step by step
- Replace the damper with an OEM or upgraded unit.
- Check the drag link and tie-rod ends for play and align afterwards.
- Ask whether recall 17V250 (steering coupling) has been done.
Tools & part numbers
- Sockets and wrenches
- tie-rod end puller
- alignment afterwards
Where to buy the parts
Stabilus steering damper 463 463 00 32FCP Euro ↗Amazon ↗
Lemförder tie rod end 002 460 16 48FCP Euro ↗Amazon ↗
King steering stabilizer kit for W463Eurowise ↗Amazon ↗
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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.