speedtek1

Hi guys, im new here because my ML350's trunk is not closing and the motor is grinding. I had to take the plastic piece off just to disconnect the motor because im scared it was going to burn out. Anyone else have this problem and what are my options? Thanks guys

gonzales25

I just had the same problem with my ML minus the grinding. They replaced the latch because it would not stay closed.

speedtek1

Was your car still under warranty? Mine isnt =( theyre charging an arm and a leg for parts and labor. and the latch is only a dealer part from what a few independent shops told me. I dont know of any mercedes benz websites that would list it? Know of any?

gonzales25

Yes I still have a warranty, I think it was going to be $500 for the latch and labor. Search the site for OEM parts there are plenty of stores. I'm not at my computer right now so I can't look for you.

speedtek1

thanks for the info. i found a website here but dont know which part to order. out of the list on category 2, would you know which part i would need to order?

http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...layCatalogid=0

speedtek1

hmmm i think it would be #14 correct?

gonzales25

I would have to look at the paperwork and see what they ordered. My wife has the car at work so I cant check until this evening. Mine would close but would not lock into place. It would automatically raise back up, I had to push it down but it was not latched? Luckily it didnt fly open while my wife driving around. I had to use a bungee cord to keep it strapped down from the inside (yea ghetto I know)..

speedtek1

yea same thing with mine. i used rope to keep it from flying open. the red button would raise it back down but would not latch. thanks for all your help and info. one of the most helpful forums ive ever been on =)

gonzales25

Dont know if you still need these.

Part#'s 164-760-01-08 Locking Mech, 164-740-06-35 Lock

These are the parts they ordered for my ML.

speedtek1

thank you so much! just ordered the parts!! ill let you know how it goes

GilJones

Hi guys, im new here because my ML350's trunk is not closing and the motor is grinding. Now the trunk wont open at all. Anyone else have this problem and what are my options? Thanks guys

jeepdoctor

Just like Gonzales25, I had the "close and reopen" problem on my 2010 ML350 Bluetec. I bought a new 164-740-06-35 lock assembly for about $220 and installed it. Problem solved! Job took less than two hours, working slowly. I didn't replace the pop rivets - used M4 nuts and bolts instead. The job was pretty basic -- not hard at all.

thomas311

Same problem on my ML63. Just ordered the lock assembly after I verified that indeed my existing one is broken. Thanks for the help and guidance.