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Originally Posted by Johnhef
push down on it first, squeeze the tabs, then pull it off.
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I cant thank you enough. I did exactly this and it came right off, so much for the hour of messing with it previously. I also found a 1/4" socket fits the bolt perfectly. The total repair took me only 30min after I had the part. I can't believe the local shop wanted $460 (part plus 3 HOURS labor) how can they get off charging 3 hours on something that takes 15-30min?
btw the local MB dealer had the part in stock and I paid $120 for it, thats a $340 savings.
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