I believe the steering damper on the w202 is also the same part for some w124s. Very easy take it off and just compress and extend to see if there are any flat spots. Cheap part though, only about $25. We got it good! Equivalent part for a 1990 Lexus LS400 is $120!!!

glenmore 1990 LS400
1991 300CE
2000 C280