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Old Feb 5, 2021 | 10:00 AM
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Drive Shaft Boot Repair?
Has anyone DIY'ed a drive shaft / cv boot on a W212 4-Matic?

Wondering if I need to replace the entire thing of just the torn boot / grease.

Flushed the brake fluid last night and noticed a blob of grease.

Hadn't noticed a change in driving otherwise so hoping there's no further damage outside the torn boot.

Any help is appreciated.



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I haven't done it on a W212, but boots are generally available from MB or aftermarket. I prefer OE boots vs. neoprene aftermarkets ones. Good you caught it early, as it might only require rebooting. New axle I'm sure is $500+.
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$1000 for a new axle... yeah, don't let it go. This is for a '11 E550 4M:


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^ Thanks!

Searching for parts and YouTube videos now.

Saw a video on "split boots" that looked too good to be true.

Is this the proper grease the job?

Liqui Moly 2003 Mos2 Long-Life Grease, 100 ml Liqui Moly 2003 Mos2 Long-Life Grease, 100 ml

Or just order this and be done?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mer...mer-2213300285
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Don’t use split boots. Order the OE kit, which has everything you need.
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Found a pretty decent video.

Not the W212 but seems similar.

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