Clicking in Rear Suspension and Steering Rack Leak
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2016 E350 Sport; Mom Wrecked the 2008 E350; sold the 2002 C320
Clicking in Rear Suspension and Steering Rack Leak
Hey fellow W211 owners, I need a little help diagnosing a rear suspension issue. I have a 2008 E350 Sport with about 144K miles. Recently I started noticing a click sound when taking off from a dead stop (either forward or reverse). I got a helper and we pinpointed it to the rear left wheel area. Also, when putting the vehicle in drive or reverse at a dead stop with the brakes applied, I can see the wheel shudder a little bit. I think it's obvious something is worn out down there.
First reaction was to replace as many components as I can find on a parts list, but that adds up very quick. Any thoughts on what the actual culprit may be?
On the steering rack, I have a drip coming from near the end of the rack on the driver's side. I found a seal kit that costs chump change compared to the price of a new steering rack. Is it advisable to replace the seals, or would it be an exercise in futility?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
First reaction was to replace as many components as I can find on a parts list, but that adds up very quick. Any thoughts on what the actual culprit may be?
On the steering rack, I have a drip coming from near the end of the rack on the driver's side. I found a seal kit that costs chump change compared to the price of a new steering rack. Is it advisable to replace the seals, or would it be an exercise in futility?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
