Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(5)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(5)

Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement Service

How much does a Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement is $325 with $40 for parts and $285 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SELV8-5.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$425.61Shop/Dealer Price$498.28 - $598.14
1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SELV8-5.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$365.61Shop/Dealer Price$438.37 - $538.30
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SELV8-5.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$365.61Shop/Dealer Price$438.36 - $538.29
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SELV8-5.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$365.61Shop/Dealer Price$438.24 - $538.08
1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SELV8-5.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$365.61Shop/Dealer Price$438.45 - $538.43
1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SELV8-5.6LService typeUniversal Joint (U-joint) ReplacementEstimate$365.61Shop/Dealer Price$438.36 - $538.29
Show example Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Universal Joint (U-joint) Replacement prices

What is the Universal Joint (U-joint) all about?

In rear wheel-drive cars, a driveshaft is needed for the tires to rotate. The driveshaft transfers the power from transmission to the rear tires, enabling them to turn.

U-joints hold the drive shaft in place. If the U-joints are not lubricated, the bearings inside the U-joints will wear out over time and the drive shaft will begin to vibrate, while the car is moving. You will feel vibration in the seat or throughout the car. You may also hearing clunking or banging noise when you put the car in a gear.

Keep in mind:

  • It is best to replace all U-joints at the same time, even if only one is broken.
  • If the height of your vehicle has been modified, the U-joints are more likely to give out.

How it's done:

  • Jack up the back side of the car.
  • Remove the drive shaft.
  • Remove and replace the U-joints.

Our recommendation:

A mechanic should lubricate the U-joints during regular maintenance service. Doing so will greatly improve the life of the U-joints.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Universal Joint (U-joint)?

  • Vibration felt in the seat or throughout the car.
  • Abnormal noises coming from underneath the car.
  • Red or pink fluid on the ground (transmission fluid is leaking).

How important is this service?

U-joints are responsible for holding the driveshaft in place. Since the driveshaft transfers power from the transmission to the wheels, it receives a lot of force, and it depends on the U-joints to help it stay sturdy and in place. When the U-joints break, the driveshaft has nothing holding it in place, and so it vibrates heavily, which not only is detrimental to the driveshaft’s health, but also results in a very bumpy ride.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Mercedes-Benz mechanics

Real customer reviews from Mercedes-Benz owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(5)

Rating Summary
3
1
1
0
0
3
1
1
0
0

Mark

18 years of experience
72 reviews
Mark
18 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL V8-5.6L - Check Ignition System - Cincinnati, Ohio
Mark made a good effort, at the end of the day my vehicles not repaired and I paid $70 to find out what I already know, my lock pin is sticking. Don't wish to disparage Mark, again he tried. Disappointed, thought whoever came would know how to repair it

Ruben

17 years of experience
169 reviews
Ruben
17 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL V8-5.6L - Alternator - Charlotte, North Carolina
After the two disappointing missed appointments and lack of communication everything else was 100%

Nicholas

21 years of experience
354 reviews
Nicholas
21 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL V8-5.6L - Battery is dead Inspection - Denver, Colorado
Nicholas arrives at the set time. He seemed to know his mechanics although he also diagnosed a leaky gasket cover. He strongly recommended IED getting

Jason

24 years of experience
57 reviews
Jason
24 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL V8-5.6L - Spark Plug Replacement - Norman, Oklahoma
He was a blessing. Thank you for fixing my ride. He was nice and very helpful.i will call agin

Excellent Rating

(5)

Rating Summary
3
1
1
0
0
3
1
1
0
0
Number of Mercedes-Benz 560SEL services completed
55+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Mercedes-Benz MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Speed Control Assembly
Common signs include cruise control not engaging or not maintaining the same speed and the Cruise Control Light staying on even when not activated.
How to Replace an Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Fuse or Relay on Most Cars
Anti-lock brake systems have a fuse that fails if the ABS brake light is on or when the fuse is blown. The wheels may lock up if the ABS fuse is bad.

is it safe to change Transmission Fluid. Hasn't been changed in a long time. Currently the Transmission is working fine; no slip

I agree with the other mechanic. If the fluid looks dirty then this means the transmission was not serviced for a long time and if you service it then the new fluid will wash out all the clutch material (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-does-a-transmission-filter-work)...

3.7 engine temperature gauge runs between middle to 3/4, leans a little more to 3 /4 never over is this normal

Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2007 Hummer H3. The temperature should typically rest more towards the middle of the gauge. You should have the vehicle tested to see if the engine is running hot, or if it...

1983 toyota corolla 69k miles on it and when I'm driving it acts like it wont take any gas.

If the exhaust smells like gasoline, the fuel mixture is either way too rich or you have a weak ignition system that is not burning the fuel efficiently. You can pull spark plugs out to check them and if they...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com