enter

So I am going to remove the broken plastic piece in the gearbox that so many have said to do, but I need to replace that piece due to safety reasons (children)...Ive noticed monoglobal sells this part is there anywhere else I should look?

also, on monoglobals website theres 2 different levels for w220, which one do I need? I have a 2002 S430. thanks a bunch!

http://www.sc3.com.au/monoglobal/index.php?cat=2592

enter

also, do I need to do any diagnostic if I replace this part?

Jud Chapin

You'll need to compare the broken piece to the samples. Try this place also for the metal piece:

http://4mercedes.com/

Jud Chapin

No. Only when you replace the entire module is reprogramming required.

enter

you have been very helpful, thank you very much I really appreciate it!

enter

hmm that website you posted doesnt have the lever aswell as I cant navigate through to site to view the parts? weird...

Jud Chapin

Why do you say they don't have the lever? Did you call? I don't believe the site is fully operational as yet, but he says he has the metal levers. In fact, here's his video. Give 'em a call. I live near the place but haven't had a chance to get over there. I wish I new about him a few months ago BEFORE I had my "stuck in park" problem on my '02 CL. Had I known, I'd have used his metal lever. As it is, I didn't replace it. Keep us posted.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDUmdD3koqE

Supergenius40

My car broke down in my garage. After missing two days in the office, I decide to remove the part and fix it later. I have kids too so I put the emergency brake on. I made the mistake of not putting the shifter cable on tight...so I've done the job twice. I can remove everything in 15mins and back on in 10mins. Oh, I called the guys in Oakland Florida 754-242-2700 or 754-235-0000 I think this is the guys at 4mercedes.com. The Part is also on ebay.

Jud Chapin

Wow, sounds kike you got the job down pat. And yes, this is the # for 4mercedes in Oakland Park, FL.

Supergenius40

Once you remove the fear factor of doing something wrong...its easy.

Corsa9000

So, is this problem replacing ABC and Airmatic, as the most frequent issue with the W220's? Seems like there are more and more posts with this issue.

tusabes

The plastic in the shifters are starting to break as the cars age... suspension was first to show problems, this one a little later.