Loose wagon roof rack
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From: Lewes DE LSD
"05 CLK320
Loose wagon roof rack
On behalf of my sister who owns a '01 E320 wagon, I am asking for some assistance. Today while cleaning her car of snow, she noticed that the one of the bolts that holds the roof rack in-place has loosen. This is not the side to side rail but one of two rails that are affixed to the roof. Please refer to the attached images.
Have you ever heard of a bolt coming loose? How does it get secured or (re)tightened in-place? Is this a DY project?
TIA. My sister appreciates your interest and assistance!
Have you ever heard of a bolt coming loose? How does it get secured or (re)tightened in-place? Is this a DY project?
TIA. My sister appreciates your interest and assistance!
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From: Lewes DE LSD
"05 CLK320
Roof rack
Pluetoe, have you experienced or heard of a roof rack coming loose from a W210 wagon roof?
BTW, I spoke with a MB mechanic about this need for repair, a guy I have used for decades who works for a large metro MB dealership so his experience base is both broad and deep, and he expressed surprise and disbelief when I shared the photos with him.
I always knew my sister was special. I am comforted to know her specialness extends to her car (being an anomaly.).
TIA.
TAR
BTW, I spoke with a MB mechanic about this need for repair, a guy I have used for decades who works for a large metro MB dealership so his experience base is both broad and deep, and he expressed surprise and disbelief when I shared the photos with him.
I always knew my sister was special. I am comforted to know her specialness extends to her car (being an anomaly.).
TIA.
TAR
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E320
Loose roof rack
Would it be possible to stick a sharp pin beside the loose bolt into the headliner to determine where a person could drill a hole big enough to refasten the nut. A plug could be placed over the ensuing hole. For synchronicity an similar plug could be attached at the opposite side.
