esk1llz

The rear wheels on my 2005 e500 appear to not want to spin... there is some slight play in the rear wheels (Ie, I can turn them roughly 1/4 of a turn and then back but nothing more). I recently replaced the front CV joints successfully as they needed to be done however I appear to have something going on with the rear of the vehicle. I went to drive and the rear wheels remained locked while the front wheels moved forward. Not wanting to damage anything that is where I left things.

My thinking is that maybe the parking break had seized but before diving into different things I would love to get anyone's input as to what to check next. At this time I think I am going to take the brakes off to ensure they are not simply seized on.

Could this be a result of a broken/damanged flex disc?

Thanks for anyone's input... it is greatly appreciated.

ygmn

brakes or differential exploded

tjts1

Is it 4matic?

esk1llz

Yes, 211 chassis, 4matic..

Any suggestions?

alecmascot

1/4 of a turn is a lot. Have you changed the rear wheel bolts ? if they are too long they can foul the handbrake shoes..

esk1llz

Hey Everyone,

This may be a dumb question but it would really help me narrow things down (to the brakes specifically..

While examining things further, I've noticed that the wheel with a quarter turn of play is the right rear wheel only, the left side seems stuck.

If the brakes were engaged on the left side (say frozen due to rust or a stuck caliper, whatever the reason) what movement should the right side be displaying.. for instance, would it make sense in that scenario that the right side may only be able to move 1/8 to 1/4 rotation and back?

Also, While having someone turn the right wheel I can see shaft going to the engine turning so I am hopeful that its not the differential that failed - would love anyone's input on my question.

Basically, if the left rear wheel has the brake engaged, what movement, if any, is normal on the right rear wheel?

Thank you in advance for everyone's input and comments... This is a great community and I look forward to being able to give back. Thanks again!

Mark,.

insame1

Have you taken the wheels off and had a look? It seems like you will need to get some eyes on this before you can figure anything out for real.

esk1llz

Yes, I have had the wheels off, and it seems like the left rear brake could be stuck which is why I was wondering how much play the right rear wheel should have if the left one was not moving from being stuck..

I suspect that no matter what I am going to have to free up the left side, in the mean time if anyone can describe what the right side should be doing in this sort of scenario it would be quite helpful

Regardless thanks for everyone's input and ideas.