QuestionThe steering wheel on a '78 450SL has play. I looked at the steering coupling on top of the steering box and I can see that it has play. My question, How Do I replace the steering coupling on this model?
AnswerRemove the two pinch bolts, pry loose from gearbox, split the upper pinch wider with a chisel and slide off.
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Vehicle 1978 Mercedes Benz 450SL
Part: Steering Coupling
M5020-15324 Steering Coupling IN STOCK $111.72
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