The 7 Best Mercedes Specialty Tools Available in 2021

Mercedes Specialty Tools

We’ve got a whole list of Mercedes specialty car tools you’re going to need.

The Mercedes Benz is among the top three most popular luxury cars in America. In fact, it’s safe to say that European cars, in general, have become incredibly popular here.

It makes sense—they last longer, they have better fuel economy, and they’re much more eco-friendly. Plus, when you’re driving around in a Mercedes Benz, you’re making a statement.

The only downside is that they can be expensive to repair and maintain. It also doesn’t help that not every mechanic has the correct Mercedes diagnostic tools to get the job started.

So, if you’re a mechanic that’s looking to open your shop to European auto repair, keep reading. 

Mercedes Specialty Tools Every Mechanic Needs

If you’re a general mechanic, you’re likely competing with a ton of other general mechanics as well as certified technicians that specialize in European vehicles. Not only do these technicians have the knowledge and hands-on training with European cars, but they’re often equipped with the latest and best specialty tools.

The following are some of the essential Mercedes special tools and necessary tools you’ll need starting out:

Mercedes-Benz Offset Engine Mount Tool

Every mechanic knows—or should know—that a Mercedes Benz’s engine mounts typically fail around 100,000 miles. 100,000 miles may seem like a lot, but it doesn’t take long to get there, making it a common repair.

If you don’t have a 16 MM or 17 MM engine mount offset wrench on hand, you won’t be able to get the job done. Period. 

Mercedes Benz Radio/Cluster Removal Specialty Tool

Mercedes, like most cars, are equipped with a radio and an instrument cluster. The instrument cluster is the most crucial component here as it hosts the gauges that inform the driver on their speed, miles driven, fuel levels, and heat. 

Removing the instrument cluster or the radio is relatively easy and can be done in a matter of minutes—if you have a set of radio/cluster removal tools. You can get the job done without these tools. However, you’ll end up causing a lot of unnecessary damage, and it’ll take much longer.

Mercedes Benz Transmission Fluid Dipstick

In 1997, Mercedes introduced their newly designed 722.6 5-speed transmissions. The beauty of these transmissions is that they were engineered to never need maintenance and were therefore sealed—for life. 

Unfortunately, that was just a pipe dream. As it turns out, the 722.6 5-speed transmissions still need servicing at around 60,000 miles. These transmissions also tend to leak oil, specifically at the 13-pin connector.

So, if you fancy yourself a qualified Mercedes mechanic, you’ll have a transmission fluid dipstick in your shop. It’s one of the many non-negotiable Mercedes specialty tools.

Mercedes Benz Swivel Spark Plug Socket Set

Spark plugs are one of the most common reasons to bring a Mercedes into the shop. It’s especially important for Mercedes owners to seek a quality auto repair shop for their spark plugs since Mercedes Benz likes to install two spark plugs per cylinder.

Can your customers replace their own spark plugs? Sure they can. But they won’t once they realize they don’t have the right tool: A swivel spark plug socket set for removal.

Mercedes Benz Oil Filter Removal Wrench

Oil changes are another incredibly common necessity for Mercedes Benz, and with those oil changes come oil filter changes. As a mechanic, you likely perform oil changes daily. However, as a Mercedes mechanic, you know that oil changes on these particular German creations go a little bit differently.

You’re going to need to have the right oil filter wrench to get the job done right. That means you won’t just need one oil filter wrench, but a whole oil filter socket set. That way, you can tackle Mercedes oil changes with ease on any model that comes your way.

Mercedes Benz Chassis Specialty Tools

As you know, European car manufacturers quite enjoy geometry. That’s why the Mercedes Benz manufacturer has engineered it’s suspension for a controlled ride.

Each chassis have specific chassis tools for the controls arms and subframe bushings

You’ll need variations of these special tools for almost every job you have to perform on a Mercedes.

Diagnostic Scanner

Mercedes today are equipped with some serious technology. Your everyday Mercedes Benz typically has up to 20 control units while a flagship serious like the S-Class will have up to 50 control units. One failed sensor can light up an instrument cluster unit like a Christmas tree.

You can even have just one sensor pointing the finger to multiple control units, which will give you several warnings and codes. We don’t have to tell you how confusing this can get, especially if you’re using the wrong diagnostic scanner.

That’s why you need to get specific about your Mercedes diagnostic tools. You can’t just use any old OBD II scanner—you’ll need a Star Diagnostic System Scanner to get a fast and clear reading.

A Mercedes Service Manual

With all the advanced technology out there, including Google, we often forget how simple it is to find the answers we’re looking for—in print. As a Mercedes mechanic or any mechanic, it’s always a good idea to have the car engine manual and other materials that were written by the manufacturer.

Car manuals serve as guides. They’ll tell you everything you need to know, from what code numbers signify to maintenance schedules, what tools you need for the job, and much more. A good mechanic will always have a car engine manual somewhere in their shop to use as a reference.  

The Right Specialty Tools Make a Difference

You can’t call yourself a Mercedes mechanic if you don’t have the correct Mercedes special tools and maintenance tools on deck. 

We can help you build up your repair shop with the best Mercedes specialty car tools on the market. Check out our inventory, and if you don’t see what you’re looking for, contact us and let us know!specialty

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Mercedes 648 GLOW PLUG PORT REAMER  648-0053

For the new Mercedes 648 Diesel engines with 10×1.0mm glow plugs. Used to remove carbon from the pre combustion chamber, or after removing broken glow plugs from the cylinder head. Fits: Mercedes Benz M648

MERCEDES 38 PIN X 38 PIN 7 foot EXT CABLE B140-1463A

Extension cable allows use of test equipment while driving or on Dynamometer. Fits: Mercedes Benz W124, 129, 140, 202, 208, 210

MERCEDES ENGINE MOUNT WRENCH

001-0016/2 Special 16mm wrench designed to remove the nuts from Mercedes Benz engine mount. Fits: W203, 204, 210, 211, 221

MERCEDES ENGINE MOUNT WRENCH

001-0016/9  Special 17mm wrench designed to remove the nuts from Mercedes Benz engine mount. Fits: W203, 204, 210, 211, 221

MERCEDES W140 & BMW E6X ENGINE SUPPORT       B140-0161

Used to support the engine on Mercedes Benz W140 vehicles. Special design that supports the engine from the vehicles subframe. Also used on BMW E6x chassis with composite front fenders.

WHEEL BEARING REMOVER & INSTALLER SPECIAL TOOL   124-0543

Puller and installer tool for wheel bearing in wheel carrier and installation of rear axle shaft flange. Fits: Mercedes Benz W124, 203, 210, 211 & 220

MERCEDES BENZ REAR AXEL BEARING GROOVE NUT SOCKET   915-0207

Rear axle bearing retainer groove nut socket. Fits: Mercedes Benz W107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 126

MERCEDES BENZOIL DRAIN WRENCH – 14mm HEX X 13mm BOX    B117-0207

Use for oil service on later models requiring longer bit and smaller ring. For oil, differential and transmission drain plugs. (#117-0207) Fits: Mercedes Benz M102, 103, 104, 110, 116, 117, 119, 120, 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 615, 616, 617

 MERCEDES BENZ Lower Control Arm BUSHING SPECIAL TOOL  B202-0043

Use to remove and install the rear axle carrier mount bushing Fits: MERCEDES BENZ  W124, 129, 140, 170, 171, 201, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 215, 220, 240

MERCEDES BENZ REAR AXLE CARRIER MOUNT BUSHING SPECIAL TOOL  B203-0043

This tool kit allows easy removal and installation of the rear carrier mount front and rear bushings. Fits: MERCEDES BENZ W203, 209, R171 

MERCEDES BENZ Rear Subframe Bushing R&I SPECIAL Tool  B204-0043 

Use to remove and install the rear subframe to body bushings on the Mercedes Benz 204 chassis

Mercedes Benz Differential Bushing Special Tool   B204-0143 204

Use to remove the differential bushing Fits: Mercedes Benz 204

MERCEDES BENX DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT BUSHING SPECIAL TOOL   B210-0243

Use to remove and install rubber differential mount bushings in the center of rear axle assembly. Fits: Mercedes Benz W210

Mercedes Benz Rear Subframe Bushing Special Tool For Mercedes Benz 211, 219, 230  B211-0034 

Mercedes Benz Rear Differential Rear and Front Bushing Special Tool   B211-0343

Mercedes Benz Subframe Busing Remover and Installer Special Tool   B221-0043 221

Mercedes Benz Differential Bushing Special Tool   B221-0143 221

MERCEDES BENZ VIBRATION DAMPER COUNTER-HOLDER SPECIAL TOOL  112-0040

MERCEDES BENZ FLYWHEEL LOCK SPECIAL TOOL   112-0340

Mercedes Benz  Rear Crankshaft Seal Installer Special Tool  157, 276, 279, 273.9XX    273-0043

MERCEDES BENZ FRONT & REAR CRANK RADIAL SEAL INSTALLER SPECIAL TOOL  B111-0843KIT 

Mercedes Benz Crank Radial Seal Installer Special Tool  B651-0161KIT 651 

A/C IDLER PULLEY ALLEN WRENCH – 8mm x 10mm SPECIAL TOOL    900-0307 

Pulley Wrench Counter Holder Special Tool B900-0307KIT 

BMW/MERCEDES RADIATOR FAN WRENCH SPECIAL TOOL

MERCEDES BENZ FAN HOLDING SPECIAL TOOL 103-0040

MERCEDES BENZ FAN CLUTCH HOLDING SPECIAL TOOL 113-0040 

MERCEDES BENZ FAN HUB WRENCH SPECIAL TOOL- 65mm  120-0201 

MERCEDES BENZ PULLEY HOLDING SPECIAL TOOL   603-0040

MERCEDES BENZ SPECIAL THIN WRENCH TOOL – 36mm   B113-0001 

Radiator Tester Kit Special Tool  BFZKIT