Changing Front pads... Having issue with Torx bolts
01-06-2011, 01:44 AM
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And no....I just used the same rotor bolt....I did NOT torque them at all....just hand tighten....esp since I don't ever plan to remove rotors again on this vehicle...
I would assume MB dealer is the best place to buy replacements....but I just googled this....you can try this place...http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...ek+Google+Base
Good luck bro!!!
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01-06-2011, 10:37 AM
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Btw...sorry...editted the above post....either torx bit or 13mm socket to remove rear caliper.
And no....I just used the same rotor bolt....I did NOT torque them at all....just hand tighten....esp since I don't ever plan to remove rotors again on this vehicle... I would assume MB dealer is the best place to buy replacements....but I just googled this....you can try this place...
http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...ek+Google+Base
Good luck bro!!!
Pete
And no....I just used the same rotor bolt....I did NOT torque them at all....just hand tighten....esp since I don't ever plan to remove rotors again on this vehicle...
I would assume MB dealer is the best place to buy replacements....but I just googled this....you can try this place...http://www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/...ek+Google+Base
Good luck bro!!!
Pete
Thank you again, Pete. The MB stealer charges $6.18 for the bolt!!!!!
Times are bad in MB land.....
01-07-2011, 01:35 AM
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wow!
I just changed my rotors and pads on New Years Day!!
Here's my experience with that darn torx bolt holding the rotor in place. I don't think its the torx bits...cuz I bought my torx bits from Harbor Freight...LOL!!!
Shoot lubricant (I used PB Blaster) on that torx bolt as soon as you remove the wheels....this will allow the lubricant to soak in there. After removing the caliper and swapping the brake pads....then I tackled the rotor.
My first try...I stripped that darn torx bolt like a M0tH3r!!! I was going to even try heating it up with a blow torch....but before I did that....I used a screw extractor kit....drilled it out....pounded the extractor bit into it...and tried reversing it out...still no luck....Im thinking Im in deep doodoo....and that I should just give up!! I tried lighting my blow torch...but the darn thing won't fire up....Im not a happy camper now.
I decided to vent my frustrations and wacked the rotor at least 12 times with my handy dandy 4 lb hammer. I hit that thing at every angle known to mankind....on the edges of the rotor, at the top hat, and even near the torx bolt. Doing this actually "shook" it loose. After all that banging of the rotor...and getting the attention of my neighbors ()....the torx bolt turned with ease....it was a miracle on New Years Day!!!
I did the following 3 rotors the same way....lube first....then wacking it....and the torx bolt came out with ease with my torx bit (no more stripping or using the extractor kit).
I hope this helps!!! Good luck guys!!
Pete
Here's my experience with that darn torx bolt holding the rotor in place. I don't think its the torx bits...cuz I bought my torx bits from Harbor Freight...LOL!!!
Shoot lubricant (I used PB Blaster) on that torx bolt as soon as you remove the wheels....this will allow the lubricant to soak in there. After removing the caliper and swapping the brake pads....then I tackled the rotor.
My first try...I stripped that darn torx bolt like a M0tH3r!!! I was going to even try heating it up with a blow torch....but before I did that....I used a screw extractor kit....drilled it out....pounded the extractor bit into it...and tried reversing it out...still no luck....Im thinking Im in deep doodoo....and that I should just give up!! I tried lighting my blow torch...but the darn thing won't fire up....Im not a happy camper now.
I decided to vent my frustrations and wacked the rotor at least 12 times with my handy dandy 4 lb hammer. I hit that thing at every angle known to mankind....on the edges of the rotor, at the top hat, and even near the torx bolt. Doing this actually "shook" it loose. After all that banging of the rotor...and getting the attention of my neighbors (
)....the torx bolt turned with ease....it was a miracle on New Years Day!!!I did the following 3 rotors the same way....lube first....then wacking it....and the torx bolt came out with ease with my torx bit (no more stripping or using the extractor kit).
I hope this helps!!! Good luck guys!!
Pete
the old banging trick still does wonders eh!
10-06-2011, 09:30 PM
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i have a 99 ml430 driving last week truck a bad loss of power truck felt like it was struggling to move when i step on th gas pedal truck has no power almost like its choking. just change fuel filter and problem remains anyone had same problem?
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10-16-2011, 03:01 AM
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"i have a 99 ml430 driving last week truck a bad loss of power truck felt like it was struggling to move when i step on th gas pedal truck has no power almost like its choking. just change fuel filter and problem remains anyone had same problem?"
You need to check the basics.. fuel filter, spark plug! Had the same issue and eventually the check engine light turned on... Plugged in an OBDII reader and it showed it was an MAF sensor! Ordered one from autohausaz... easy 2 minute job replacement! DONE!!!! Car now runs smooth!!
FYI! Invest in an OBDII reader "A MUST" purchased mine for $120 @ local autozone... saves you time and money!
You need to check the basics.. fuel filter, spark plug! Had the same issue and eventually the check engine light turned on... Plugged in an OBDII reader and it showed it was an MAF sensor! Ordered one from autohausaz... easy 2 minute job replacement! DONE!!!! Car now runs smooth!!
FYI! Invest in an OBDII reader "A MUST" purchased mine for $120 @ local autozone... saves you time and money!
