Re: Replace your Steering Stabilizer, you'll be surprised.
Originally Posted by
jimmirehman
Sorry, I saw the post just wasn't sure if it was the most current part available.
Also forgive my stupidity here but isn't there one on each side of the car?
Nope. Just one right in the middle, in front of the tranny. You can't miss it. It helps stabilize the side shimmy of both front wheels. Here's some better pics over on the SLK forum. Exact same setup as ours.
Steering damper replacement/change (R170) - Mercedes Benz SLK Forum
And in case it hasn't been mentioned, here's the torque values from the manual ....
Steering Damper Bracket Nut and Bolt 40 N.m / 29 Ft.Lbs / 348 In.Lbs
Steering Damper to Drag Link Nut and Bolt 40 N.m / 29 Ft.Lbs / 348 In.Lbs
Last edited by syfi; Mar 20, 2016 at 01:55 PM.