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Bothra: Did you ever resolve your broken latch issue? Mine also broke. The dealer said they don't sell the latch by itself. It would cost over $900 to replace the entire console but I am not willing to spend that much over a tiny piece of plastic. Help please, thank you.
I have the same issue. Maybe they need to do a recall on this problem. My wife used black electric tape to hold it for now. Anyone here able to fix this problem? I just need to be able to remove that center console and look inside if there's a spring that came off or something. Any help here is appreciated -2013 ML 350 4MATIC. If anyone needs the VIN # please let me know.
So is there not a quick fix for this? Same thing happening to mine on the right side (mL350 2014). It will just pop open from a bump. I’ve looked at the latch and it looks the same as the other side, not broken or anything. So frustrating!!!
Okay, so I have this same friggin problem for my 2013 ML 350 4 Matic. I print out some of the pdf files I found here (with pictures) and some on another forum. Make sure you use the right one that applies. The one that applies to mine was the one that says Model 166, Model 292. So here's what I did.
There are 4 small screws that you need to remove in the center console and 2 big ones. You'll see this all in the illustration of the model I mentioned above. Then you only need to remove the back piece (with the ac vents) to remove the entire center console. There are 6 small screws altogether and you will need to detach the electronic connections. Once you do this correctly you should be able to remove the center console and be able to see underneath where the missing spring that holds the latch.
Mine was entirely broken besides the missing spring so I decided just to replace the entire armrest (part number166-680-41-03-9H15) Cost me $311.00 Dealership was charging me almost twice as much.
I just make a little hole with a burn or you can heat a piece of metal, and place it iside of the plastic broke base. You will need de original spring or similar. Good look
I hope somebody can model it to the 3d printable but, anyway I fixed this with only $22, there is another site that sell the part about $70. of course it is very expensive for the part size but it saves me a lot of money.
I am finally happy with this fix after 2-3 years with right arm always open and taping was not a solid solution.
1. remove the rubber mat from the rear bottom tray
2. unscrew the two bolts revealed with tork #20
3. unlatch the tray with two/three paper method
4. unscrew the two bolts with tork #20 accessible after laying down the tray
5. unlatch the rear plastic console frame from the top hook inside the plastic rear console frame.
6. uncrew #15 tork aside of the cable connector
7. uncrew two screwes #25 or #30(not sure) inside of storage bottom(you would need a impact wrench and long extension), 4 screws #20 as well.
8. raise up the storage and you can access the latch.
probably the spring is gone hard to find, but the item I purchase from ebay also has the spring.
when assemble back, the hard part was to latch back the tray of rear console. I used two or three papers to latch the tray without breaking anything.
I know this thread is quite old but I bet somebody someday looking exact same information will be benefited. not sure if the item would still be on sale at that time though.
double post in other thread as well to be a help to somebody.
I hope somebody can model it to the 3d printable but, anyway I fixed this with only $22, there is another site that sell the part about $70. of course it is very expensive for the part size but it saves me a lot of money.
I am finally happy with this fix after 2-3 years with right arm always open and taping was not a solid solution.
1. remove the rubber mat from the rear bottom tray
2. unscrew the two bolts revealed with tork #20
3. unlatch the tray with two/three paper method
4. unscrew the two bolts with tork #20 accessible after laying down the tray
5. unlatch the rear plastic console frame from the top hook inside the plastic rear console frame.
6. uncrew #15 tork aside of the cable connector
7. uncrew two screwes #25 or #30(not sure) inside of storage bottom(you would need a impact wrench and long extension), 4 screws #20 as well.
8. raise up the storage and you can access the latch.
probably the spring is gone hard to find, but the item I purchase from ebay also has the spring.
when assemble back, the hard part was to latch back the tray of rear console. I used two or three papers to latch the tray without breaking anything.
I know this thread is quite old but I bet somebody someday looking exact same information will be benefited. not sure if the item would still be on sale at that time though.
double post in other thread as well to be a help to somebody.
Same problem with my ML 350 2015 - center console right armrest latch broken. To replace the whole assembly dealer gave me a quote of US$1,100 which I declined, just too expensive.
For now, I'll just use velcro to hold the cover down until I found someone who could fix it at a cheaper rate.
Try to fixed by yourself or buy a replace on internet
Try to fix it by yourself or buy a replace on internet
Originally Posted by Mannygar
Same problem with my ML 350 2015 - center console right armrest latch broken. To replace the whole assembly dealer gave me a quote of US$1,100 which I declined, just too expensive.
For now, I'll just use velcro to hold the cover down until I found someone who could fix it at a cheaper rate.
Step-by-step with pictures: 2014 ML350 Passenger (right) armrest latch
Originally Posted by bothra
My ML 350 has a unique problem. Latch of Right Side arm rest seems to be broken. Any ideas on how to fix it?
Complete set of instructions with pictures!!! This is a complete guide that should allow you to fix the problem for ~$23 dollars and without replacing the whole console.
This was performed on a 2014 Mercedes Benz ML 350 center console to repair the mechanism responsible for latching the passenger half of the center console armrest/compartment door. See the attached document for step-by-step images of how to gain access to the latch. I didn't show the final steps because once all the screws marked in the pics are removed, then the compartment can be pulled out of the console and the mechanism becomes clearly accessible. I couldn't have done it without myanonmbw's description below: combine that with my pics and this job shouldn't take you more than an hour or so. Thanks to everyone who contributed, hope this helps to tie things together.
As for the part I used, I found it on ebay pretty easily for $23. I would have posted the link here but I bought the last one from that specific seller. There were a lot of other identical parts from other sellers at a similar price if you search with the following info-
Part description: 1Pair L+R For Mercedes-Benz W166 W292 X166 GL Center Console Armrest Latch Clip
Cost ~~ $23
Shipping took 2-3 weeks as it came from China.
This kit came with latches for both sides but I only needed one. Make sure you buy a clip with the spring included. Some threads I read people tried to find the lost spring within the console with a lot of hassle and without much success.
I believe the only tools I used were a flathead screwdriver (for prying) and T15 and T25 Torx screwdriver bits. Be careful when putting the screws back in because they are in precarious places and if they fall they will be lost forever. Best to use a magnetic bit holder or something.
I hope somebody can model it to the 3d printable but, anyway I fixed this with only $22, there is another site that sell the part about $70. of course it is very expensive for the part size but it saves me a lot of money.
I am finally happy with this fix after 2-3 years with right arm always open and taping was not a solid solution.
1. remove the rubber mat from the rear bottom tray
2. unscrew the two bolts revealed with tork #20
3. unlatch the tray with two/three paper method
4. unscrew the two bolts with tork #20 accessible after laying down the tray
5. unlatch the rear plastic console frame from the top hook inside the plastic rear console frame.
6. uncrew #15 tork aside of the cable connector
7. uncrew two screwes #25 or #30(not sure) inside of storage bottom(you would need a impact wrench and long extension), 4 screws #20 as well.
8. raise up the storage and you can access the latch.
probably the spring is gone hard to find, but the item I purchase from ebay also has the spring.
when assemble back, the hard part was to latch back the tray of rear console. I used two or three papers to latch the tray without breaking anything.
I know this thread is quite old but I bet somebody someday looking exact same information will be benefited. not sure if the item would still be on sale at that time though.
double post in other thread as well to be a help to somebody.
Last edited by calvinstrehl; 10-03-2021 at 01:30 PM.
I recently fixed broken right side latch clip of center console armrest in my ML350 2014. Revert if you need any help. I can personally help if you are in DFW area and will fix it in less than $100 including parts.
09-11-2018, 10:40 AM
