SL/R230: Heavy Trunk (Boot) Lid
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SL55 2003 Obsidian Black, 2007 ML500
Heavy Trunk (Boot) Lid
Hi all,
The trunk (boot) lid on my 2003 SL55 is fairly heavy to open.
When I use the remote it clicks open a few millimetres and it takes a fair bit of effort to open fully. It's a one handed job rather than a finger lift if you know what I mean.
Other posts indicates that it doesn't spring open like other Benzes.
Can anyone advise me if their lids are easy/ light to open?
If so I know I need to replace the gas struts.
Thanks
Peter
Sydney
Australia
The trunk (boot) lid on my 2003 SL55 is fairly heavy to open.
When I use the remote it clicks open a few millimetres and it takes a fair bit of effort to open fully. It's a one handed job rather than a finger lift if you know what I mean.
Other posts indicates that it doesn't spring open like other Benzes.
Can anyone advise me if their lids are easy/ light to open?
If so I know I need to replace the gas struts.
Thanks
Peter
Sydney
Australia
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Hi all,
The trunk (boot) lid on my 2003 SL55 is fairly heavy to open.
When I use the remote it clicks open a few millimetres and it takes a fair bit of effort to open fully. It's a one handed job rather than a finger lift if you know what I mean.
Other posts indicates that it doesn't spring open like other Benzes.
Can anyone advise me if their lids are easy/ light to open?
If so I know I need to replace the gas struts.
Thanks
Peter
Sydney
Australia
The trunk (boot) lid on my 2003 SL55 is fairly heavy to open.
When I use the remote it clicks open a few millimetres and it takes a fair bit of effort to open fully. It's a one handed job rather than a finger lift if you know what I mean.
Other posts indicates that it doesn't spring open like other Benzes.
Can anyone advise me if their lids are easy/ light to open?
If so I know I need to replace the gas struts.
Thanks
Peter
Sydney
Australia
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SL55 2003 Obsidian Black, 2007 ML500
The Trunk/ Boot lid should not be heavy
Thanks for your replies... between two different groups there were a few votes each way: some say it should be heavy, some say it shouldn't be!
I thought that if there was only one person saying that it should be light then maybe there are several of us with failing struts.
I replaced both of the struts today (AUD$150 each and 10 minutes labour)
Don't forget to tie the lid up to something in the roof or have someone hold it open.
The lid now opens very easily. It pops open a few inches with the remote and a slight lift with one finger is all it takes for it to open all the way on its own and come to a gentle stop.
Magic... just like a Benz should work!
Thanks very much for your help
Peter
Sydney
Australia:
I thought that if there was only one person saying that it should be light then maybe there are several of us with failing struts.
I replaced both of the struts today (AUD$150 each and 10 minutes labour)
Don't forget to tie the lid up to something in the roof or have someone hold it open.
The lid now opens very easily. It pops open a few inches with the remote and a slight lift with one finger is all it takes for it to open all the way on its own and come to a gentle stop.
Magic... just like a Benz should work!
Thanks very much for your help
Peter
Sydney
Australia:
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2003 SL500, 1998 E320 Wagon
There are no special tools needed. The replacement should take about 10 to 15 minutes. You can do a search on boot struts, there are step by step instructions available.
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i bought some at mb dealer..look exactly same as ones i bought from amazon seller for my jeep for $20!
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_no...=sl500&x=0&y=0
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His wifes head hard into the headboard nightly!!
[QUOTE=andy_meng1024;3927066]Did anybody try the Amazon ones? Are they the same with the ones sold by dealer?[/QUOTE
I replaced mine with dealer ones. Then a few months later needed new ones in my jeep wrangler. Found This amazon seller on eBay. When I got then they were identical as mb ones. Same new style universal mount clip thing. So easy and quick. I wish I had searched when I needed MB ones. Jeep ones were like 20-30$ I think. So even with him MB has an extra cost LOL
nut still cheaper than stealership. You van return if u don't like, so no loss. Great customer service. Email him
I replaced mine with dealer ones. Then a few months later needed new ones in my jeep wrangler. Found This amazon seller on eBay. When I got then they were identical as mb ones. Same new style universal mount clip thing. So easy and quick. I wish I had searched when I needed MB ones. Jeep ones were like 20-30$ I think. So even with him MB has an extra cost LOL
nut still cheaper than stealership. You van return if u don't like, so no loss. Great customer service. Email him
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nut still cheaper than stealership. You van return if u don't like, so no loss. Great customer service. Email him
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Just got mine installed and only took about 2 minutes. These are actually OEM Mercedes parts and have the same part number as my old ones. I have to put pressure on my trunk to close it now even it's 30 degree outside and I have a spoiler on it. 
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Jeep are longer.
I'm guessing the companies buy the end pieces and attach to different size struts. Same as a zipper on pants.
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Could you please post a link to the exact struts that you ordered from this seller? I'm not sure which of the dozen or so listed "SL500 struts" with different prices and measurements are the correct ones for the trunk of an 06.
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To be certain you should email the seller.
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I just had mine replaced under warranty. Here's the breakdown if out of warranty:
Parts (2) 230-750-00-36 Spring ---- List ($86.80) Net ($62.00) = $124.00
Labor - 212.40
Total after negotiated price with my warranty company = 336.40
Trunk lid now opens much easier. It is, however, just a tad harder to close.
Parts (2) 230-750-00-36 Spring ---- List ($86.80) Net ($62.00) = $124.00
Labor - 212.40
Total after negotiated price with my warranty company = 336.40
Trunk lid now opens much easier. It is, however, just a tad harder to close.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ef=oss_product
This is the one I ordered. I think all R230 use the same ones.
This is the one I ordered. I think all R230 use the same ones.
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I just had mine replaced under warranty. Here's the breakdown if out of warranty:
Parts (2) 230-750-00-36 Spring ---- List ($86.80) Net ($62.00) = $124.00
Labor - 212.40
Total after negotiated price with my warranty company = 336.40
Trunk lid now opens much easier. It is, however, just a tad harder to close.
Parts (2) 230-750-00-36 Spring ---- List ($86.80) Net ($62.00) = $124.00
Labor - 212.40
Total after negotiated price with my warranty company = 336.40
Trunk lid now opens much easier. It is, however, just a tad harder to close.
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Yep, $100.00
But, my total invoice for all repairs was $1358.64. That included the trunk struts, a door speaker, convertible trunk lid flaps and a leaky trans connector gasket.
Word of advice, if you have to replace 1 door speaker at the dealer, its $450.00!
But, my total invoice for all repairs was $1358.64. That included the trunk struts, a door speaker, convertible trunk lid flaps and a leaky trans connector gasket.
Word of advice, if you have to replace 1 door speaker at the dealer, its $450.00!
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They just replaced everything under warranty. My warranty company sends an inspector out for repairs, and he ok'd all the work.
