2011 Mercedes-Benz ML320 (W164) — Repair Solution

3.0L OM642.820 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Turbo CRD Diesel · Noises From Driveline · Drivetrain, Axles & 4WD

Mercedes-Benz ML320 (W164) Noises From Driveline Drivetrain, Axles & 4WD Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: ML320 (W164)
Year: 2011
Engine: 3.0L OM642.820 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Turbo CRD Diesel
Area: Drivetrain, Axles & 4WD
Category: Noises From Driveline

Customer Complaint

Large thumping, slipping noise.

Problem Summary

We were able to reproduce the fault on a test drive and were fairly sure it was from the transfer case area. Maybe even the front shaft from the transfer case to the front diff.

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Quick Facts

CodeMERML11225
Vehicle2011 Mercedes-Benz ML320 (W164)
Engine3.0L OM642.820 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Turbo CRD Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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