Drew, I've watched number of videos of how to replace this latch, and frankly you've been the best of explaining everything in a simpler way! Thanks a lot mate! cheers from a new subscriber from Saudi Arabia. 👋
Thanks Mate!! My goal with these videos is to make them as accurate and detailed enough to do the job but explaining as simply as I can at the same time, so your comment is really welcoming!! Thanks Drew
Thank you. Superb video. Great angles and lighting. Easy to follow and well explained step by step approach. I bought the latch on Amazon for $46USD for my 2007 ML 320 CDI. Completed in 45 minutes. Works great! The only issue was lining up and popping the large fascia piece back in place. My local shop quoted $900+ for parts/labor. Insane. I'll be looking for DrewFixit in the future! Next time you are in Ann Arbor Michigan, I'll buy you a case of beer.
Hi Jurmy, thanks for posting! Funnily enough, if you ignore servicing this was the first actual repair I did to my Mercedes and the first time I also fitted a non OEM part to the vehicle. The genuine Mercedes price for a latch is just stupid and pushed me past my threshold of what is reasonable!! If you haven't yet ... do subscribe as there will be more Mercedes repairs and servicing videos coming soon :) Cheers Drew
Thanks for your video, it's a very helpful, thanks for the step by step. I ordered the Tailgate Latch lock from amazon about $46, and spend 20 mins to fix it myself.
Hi, This is the best Video that I have come across and very intuitive. Thanks for posting the video. I appreciate the time you have taken to record and post it. Thanks!
I got a quote for $823, are you kidding me? So I followed your lead and instructions; $43 on Amazon and less than 30 min. Thanks so much, I owe you a beer !
Thank you so much for your awesome video. I watched the video 2-3 times while I was waiting the 2 days for the part to arrive from Amazon that I bought for $37. I was able to change the part from start to finish in just 15 minutes. Thank you again for your help!!
I do fully appreciate these videos, so thank you from the US. So I followed the door actuator listed, and it was the wrong one. Just thought you should know. I ended up getting a 43.00 dollar part from Amazon after listing my vehicle so they would recommend the right ones.
Hi Mate, thanks for the feedback and for letting me know about the link. It looks like I have put the incorrect link in for the US Amazon store, so I have updated this. Apologies for any inconvenience cause, I do try to put correct links in to make it easy for everyone! Cheers Drew
Excellent video. Also a bit simpler as compared to another video I saw where guy begins panel removal from the top panel close to roof and then goes to remove side panels as well.
@DrewFixIt I couldn't get the three screws loose, I think maybe they came with a sealant on the threads perhaps? I think I need a ratchet for this job. It's on there. Anyway, good to know it’s still functioning!
My ML does not have auto tailgate and it makes a rattling sound when closed perhaps something like this will remove the noise. Do you know if it can be converted into an Auto Close one? Once again a brilliant video. Keep them coming.
Hi Tazeem, even if your ML does not have a “Auto” tailgate I am pretty certain it still will have this electric latch!! I say this because the 2006 ML320 that I sometimes work on on the channel has the same electric latch but not the auto opening boot. If yours is rattling when you close then I would certainly swap it out for a new one before it fails completely! Cheers Drew
Hey Drew excellent video my 2011 ml is not closing completely (lights stay on in the car) think its the second stage of the lock mechanism? Will this fix that or do I have other issues cheers
Hey! Appreciate the video. Maybe you can help me out. I’m not able to open the tailgate manually on my 2011 ml350. I push the inside lever to the left and then try to press the key or just push the gate open but nothing is working. Any tips on how to open it? Thank you!
@@TezerKemal hey, I don’t remember how I managed to get it to open eventually but once I did it wouldn’t close so I had to tie it with rope until I replaced the lock. Sorry I couldn’t be more helpful…
Hey mate, appreciate all the video you do on your ml . I too have a 2011 w164 ml350 petrol. One of the issues I have with mine is that the atuo boot will open but nicely but within 20 seconds of the boot being up in the air it will start to droop lower and lower to the point where if you are standing under the boot you will hit your head. Wondering if you will do a video on replacing the gas struts in the future? I suspect that's that's the problem that I have.
Hi Lee, one my struts was squeaking a while back. So I took that struts off to lubricate it. The difficulty I had was getting it back on as my struts are still very strong! In the end I seem to recall that I compressed it with a ratchet strap to put it back on. Would it be useful if I made a video where I take one of mine off and put the same one back on (given mine are actually ok)? Cheers Drew
@@DrewFixIt appreciate the reply, if you wouldn't mind at some point do a video on it I would appreciate it. I have searched high and low for a video specifically for the w164 boot strut replacement tutorial with no success. A few video on w163 but no w164. On a secondary note, I have seen other w164 (American models) having the ability to adjust the boot opening height through holding the a button next to boot opening button next to the boot latch. I only have 1 button on mine, not 2. I wonder if there is a way to adjust the boot opening height on Australian models.
@@leehong1681 ok will do, however give me a week as I am actually away from home at the moment and I don't have a ratchet strap with me to compress the strut! Cheers Drew
Hi Lee, I have just uploaded a video as you requested: th-cam.com/video/wMHKbSOSDec/w-d-xo.html let me know if this hits the mark for you? As you can see with a decent prop on the door I did not need a ratchet strap after all this time! Cheers Drew
I found your video but doesn't fix my problem on my 2008 ML350 4Matic. I can open my hatch manually inside the car and can also push the automatic button on the hatch to close it. But my issue is it won't automatically open using the switch (inside driver door), the keys, or pulling on the hatch. Do I need the lift actuator replaced?
Drew, I've watched number of videos of how to replace this latch, and frankly you've been the best of explaining everything in a simpler way! Thanks a lot mate! cheers from a new subscriber from Saudi Arabia. 👋
Thanks Mate!! My goal with these videos is to make them as accurate and detailed enough to do the job but explaining as simply as I can at the same time, so your comment is really welcoming!! Thanks Drew
Thank you. Superb video. Great angles and lighting. Easy to follow and well explained step by step approach. I bought the latch on Amazon for $46USD for my 2007 ML 320 CDI. Completed in 45 minutes. Works great! The only issue was lining up and popping the large fascia piece back in place. My local shop quoted $900+ for parts/labor. Insane. I'll be looking for DrewFixit in the future! Next time you are in Ann Arbor Michigan, I'll buy you a case of beer.
Ahh thanks mate, too kind perhaps one day if I’m in the US I will look you up 🤣🤣 Cheers Drew
Thanks to you I repaired for the first time my own car defect😅. Bought for £39 one from Amazon and all the electronics are still working. Cheers!
Hi Jurmy, thanks for posting! Funnily enough, if you ignore servicing this was the first actual repair I did to my Mercedes and the first time I also fitted a non OEM part to the vehicle. The genuine Mercedes price for a latch is just stupid and pushed me past my threshold of what is reasonable!! If you haven't yet ... do subscribe as there will be more Mercedes repairs and servicing videos coming soon :) Cheers Drew
Best w164 tutos man. Really clean. Thank you
Thanks for the support mate! Cheers Drew
Thanks for your video, it's a very helpful, thanks for the step by step. I ordered the Tailgate Latch lock from amazon about $46, and spend 20 mins to fix it myself.
Nice work mate! Cheers Drew
Absolute legend!! Best video on this topic, didn't miss a step.
Thanks mate, I appreciate the feedback! Cheers Drew
Hi, This is the best Video that I have come across and very intuitive. Thanks for posting the video. I appreciate the time you have taken to record and post it. Thanks!
Hi Kumar, thanks for your kind words 🙏 Cheers Drew
Great video. Unfortunately one of my bolt heads stripped so I have no way of removing it now.
I got a quote for $823, are you kidding me? So I followed your lead and instructions; $43 on Amazon and less than 30 min. Thanks so much, I owe you a beer !
Thanks mate!!! Cheers Drew
Thank you so much for your awesome video. I watched the video 2-3 times while I was waiting the 2 days for the part to arrive from Amazon that I bought for $37. I was able to change the part from start to finish in just 15 minutes. Thank you again for your help!!
Hi David, Awesome, perfect outcome! Just think of all of the beer you can buy with how much you saved by doing it yourself :) Cheers Drew
Thank you so much for this video, it's just saved me £800 from my MB dealership and only took 15 minutes!!!
Thanks for the feedback, please share the channel wide and far :) Cheers Drew
I do fully appreciate these videos, so thank you from the US. So I followed the door actuator listed, and it was the wrong one. Just thought you should know. I ended up getting a 43.00 dollar part from Amazon after listing my vehicle so they would recommend the right ones.
Hi Mate, thanks for the feedback and for letting me know about the link. It looks like I have put the incorrect link in for the US Amazon store, so I have updated this. Apologies for any inconvenience cause, I do try to put correct links in to make it easy for everyone! Cheers Drew
. Ok, I'm glad you updated it. No problem at all. Thanks for all the info. It's very helpful in my quest to fix and maintain my own w164 09.
Excellent video. Also a bit simpler as compared to another video I saw where guy begins panel removal from the top panel close to roof and then goes to remove side panels as well.
Hi Stanley, thanks for the feedback!! Cheers Drew
Great video, more detailed, accurate, and easy to follow than most. You made the job easy. Thank you!
Thanks mate!!
Thnk you very much for your time and kind efforts!
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Thanks your video helped a lot !
Glad to hear it! Cheers Drew
Thanks for your videos! Performing this swap tomorrow with the Amazon part. Is it still holding up after 2 years?
Yes, absolutely! Cheers Drew
@DrewFixIt I couldn't get the three screws loose, I think maybe they came with a sealant on the threads perhaps? I think I need a ratchet for this job. It's on there. Anyway, good to know it’s still functioning!
Hey mate that first trim of mine broke got a link for a replacement
My ML does not have auto tailgate and it makes a rattling sound when closed perhaps something like this will remove the noise. Do you know if it can be converted into an Auto Close one? Once again a brilliant video. Keep them coming.
Hi Tazeem, even if your ML does not have a “Auto” tailgate I am pretty certain it still will have this electric latch!! I say this because the 2006 ML320 that I sometimes work on on the channel has the same electric latch but not the auto opening boot. If yours is rattling when you close then I would certainly swap it out for a new one before it fails completely! Cheers Drew
@@DrewFixIt Thanks.
Hey Drew excellent video my 2011 ml is not closing completely (lights stay on in the car) think its the second stage of the lock mechanism? Will this fix that or do I have other issues cheers
Hey! Appreciate the video.
Maybe you can help me out. I’m not able to open the tailgate manually on my 2011 ml350. I push the inside lever to the left and then try to press the key or just push the gate open but nothing is working.
Any tips on how to open it?
Thank you!
Does the latch actually unlock the door, but it simply doesn’t then automatically open? If so, just manually lift it. Cheers Drew
@@DrewFixIt I guess it isn’t being unlocked. It’s just stuck. Any ideas or do I need a shop? Thanks!
@@anatfn10 Hi, I have the same problem, were able to come up with a solution?
@@TezerKemal hey, I don’t remember how I managed to get it to open eventually but once I did it wouldn’t close so I had to tie it with rope until I replaced the lock.
Sorry I couldn’t be more helpful…
Hey mate, appreciate all the video you do on your ml . I too have a 2011 w164 ml350 petrol. One of the issues I have with mine is that the atuo boot will open but nicely but within 20 seconds of the boot being up in the air it will start to droop lower and lower to the point where if you are standing under the boot you will hit your head. Wondering if you will do a video on replacing the gas struts in the future? I suspect that's that's the problem that I have.
Hi Lee, one my struts was squeaking a while back. So I took that struts off to lubricate it. The difficulty I had was getting it back on as my struts are still very strong! In the end I seem to recall that I compressed it with a ratchet strap to put it back on. Would it be useful if I made a video where I take one of mine off and put the same one back on (given mine are actually ok)? Cheers Drew
@@DrewFixIt appreciate the reply, if you wouldn't mind at some point do a video on it I would appreciate it. I have searched high and low for a video specifically for the w164 boot strut replacement tutorial with no success. A few video on w163 but no w164. On a secondary note, I have seen other w164 (American models) having the ability to adjust the boot opening height through holding the a button next to boot opening button next to the boot latch. I only have 1 button on mine, not 2. I wonder if there is a way to adjust the boot opening height on Australian models.
@@leehong1681 ok will do, however give me a week as I am actually away from home at the moment and I don't have a ratchet strap with me to compress the strut! Cheers Drew
Hi Lee, I have just uploaded a video as you requested: th-cam.com/video/wMHKbSOSDec/w-d-xo.html let me know if this hits the mark for you? As you can see with a decent prop on the door I did not need a ratchet strap after all this time! Cheers Drew
I found your video but doesn't fix my problem on my 2008 ML350 4Matic. I can open my hatch manually inside the car and can also push the automatic button on the hatch to close it. But my issue is it won't automatically open using the switch (inside driver door), the keys, or pulling on the hatch. Do I need the lift actuator replaced?
Hi Mate, question does the latch unlock/release when trying to open the door normally? Cheers Drew
Do you have to have the exact matching OEM?
No mate, this aftermarket unit is a perfect replacement at about 1/10th the price: amzn.to/3OJ9DSZ Cheers Drew
@@DrewFixIt thanks
@@DrewFixIt I got it replaced! Perfect, thank you. Do you have video of replacing strut as well?
I could not find link for part off AMZN...can you tell me which part it was?
Never mind...i found it in your video...thanks!
amzn.to/37tSpCY
Are we just ignoring that weird sound it makes the moment it locks? What is that sound? Is it a bad part?
Hi Mate, that's just the noise they make when winching in the door in the final phase, it's normal from my experience! Cheers Drew