Easy SLK55 AMG Mercedes Benz Differential Fluid Change
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 15 авг 2020
- In This edition I am using the tool I made in the last video to drain and replace the differential fluid in the YJG 2006 Mercedes SLK55 AMG. Pretty easy project and something any do it yourself home mechanic could probably tackle yourself with basic tools and knowledge.
This is not a procedure that is the same for all makes and models, but a basic template that can be followed for many manufacturers...as always, consult your manual for specifics as well as proper fluids and any specialty tools you may need. 
Авто/Мото
This helped a lot, thank you !
Glad to hear that, thanks for watching and sharing your result!
I like your closing statement.
Don't be afraid.
I have a SLK.
Thanks for sharing.
How bad can it get, right?🤣 Thank you for your input, I very much appreciate everyone that watches this stuff I try to string together.
You should always loosen the upper (fill) plug first to ensure that you CAN get it out. If you drain the diff first and then encounter problems removing the fill plug, you're in a mess.
100%. Pretty sure I mentioned that but I probably should have stressed it better. Thank you for the comment and for watching! Very much appreciated.
Man, they don't give you a lot of room to perform the maintenance! Smart thinking on making the tool to fit in the tight space. Nice going. Great tip.
The one thing I'll say about Mercedes though is they keep the mechanic in mind when they engineer their cars. Far easier than a lot of other makes.
fcpeuro has a great wrench for that differential . works for both drain plug and filler plug. $20.00
I saw that but didn't have one when I wanted to change the fluid, figured why not make one.
Fun stuff. Great DIY help. Now I see why you made that tool... MAN Down! Well...camera.... LOL...
The clearance on that side is pretty tight. I appreciate your comments and support!
thank you so much ! learnt a lot!
Thank you for watching, I very much appreciate the feedback!
I would have opened to the top bolt first, just in case it wouldn't open and there will be no way to fill the diff after draining.
Been a while since I did this video but I thought I covered that. I'll have to check. Thanks for watching.
@@YellowJacketGarage No worries, thanks for making this video. Drew
Thanks for the Video =) , ( about to buy a 2006 SLK AMG , 75,000 miles, $20K )
They're fantastic cars for sure. Thanks for watching!
Thx for the vid! I was looking for the correct oil for my MB c-classe 350 2006 and i read mineral oil is not the good way to go. So yet i will use 75w85 syntHetic hypoïd gl5 from MB. What do you think about that? (MB don't use anymore 85w90).
Personally if there's any question I'd call either FCP Euro or the folks at Amsoil for a recommendation. Oil tech has changed greatly since 2006 so I'd look for the best option available. Thank you for watching!
Thanks for the vid. I have a R171 SLK55. I need to change diff bushings. Have u ever changed those on ur car? I cant seem to find a video on RUclips that shows u how.
I have not changed mine yet, but with a lift it shouldn't be too difficult. Where are you located?
I'm working on a couple more videos now, doing brakes and control arms among other things, hope these can be helpful as well. Are you part of SLK world also?
Whoops. Well, under normal circumstance people don't have to worry about their camera falling over. lol. That's one of the things I hate about any vehicle made after about 1986, they put everything so close together you can't hardly get to it.
I know, right?!? At least German engineers know a mechanic is going to have to work on it at some point.
What fluid did you use? 75w140 or 85w90?
I used the 85w 90 Liqui Moly from FCP Euro. Thanks for the question.
Thank you!
@@lbmazdaspeed I'm just glad I'm helping people out, whole goal to my channel is be here for other car people.😎 Share with anyone you think might be interested in my content.
Hi what weight did you use , i see conflicting specs
I used the Liqui Moly GL5 SAE 85W-90 from FCP Euro. The important thing to know is if you have a limited slip diff or not. Do you know if your car is a Black Series or not?
@Yellow Jacket Garage I have 2008 slk 55 amg. I did not see the p30 option on my car
@@mpower3144 that Liqui Moly should be what you need then. If you have any questions or if I can help out, shoot me an email at yellowjacketgarage@gmail.com and I'll help if I can.
Are you working from jack stands or a lift? From the floor, the pump handle that screws into the bottle is a must have.
@@YellowJacketGarage i have small lift, also what was the hex size bit?
“Dealer maintained” doesn’t always equate to a good thing…
That is a fact for sure, but it sounds good, right?😎
How many miles before you need to change. When will you change next?
According to the information I could find, the SL55 calls for the change every 40k miles but I've seen comments about every 80k miles. That oil is cheap enough that I think 40k miles is what I will go with. Thanks for the question, I appreciate it very much.
Thank you. 40 k it is for next change
Try a little WD40 next time to loosen the drain plug....... 😅
I'll normally be pretty liberal with PB or WD, might have been a good place for some too...😎🤣