Spring Link Bushing
 

I had my 1998 300D in for an oil change and the dealer mentioned that my rear Spring Link Bushings need to be replaced. Are there other names for this part as I can't find anything listed by that name?

Is this a DIY job or will special tools be required?

Thanks.

Spring link is another name of the rear lower control arm. Dealer is probably referring the the outer bushing which is actually pressed into the wheel carrier, not the control arm.

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You do need the special tool to RnR otherwise you'll have to take off the wheel carrier have it pressed in/out.

as ever
Paul

Thanks, that clears things up a bit.