Mercedes-Benz CL600 Center (Drag) Link 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

(6)

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

(6)

Center (Drag) Link Replacement Service

How much does a Center (Drag) Link Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz CL600 Center (Drag) Link Replacement is $296 with $201 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-5.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$1242.93Shop/Dealer Price$1542.42 - $2401.50
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-5.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$1222.93Shop/Dealer Price$1522.45 - $2381.55
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-5.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$1222.93Shop/Dealer Price$1522.45 - $2381.55
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-5.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$1222.93Shop/Dealer Price$1522.41 - $2381.48
1999 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-6.0LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$497.95Shop/Dealer Price$616.25 - $931.64
1998 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-6.0LService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$497.95Shop/Dealer Price$616.22 - $931.59
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-5.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$1227.93Shop/Dealer Price$1527.21 - $2386.13
2011 Mercedes-Benz CL600V12-5.5L TurboService typeCenter (Drag) Link ReplacementEstimate$1227.93Shop/Dealer Price$1527.86 - $2387.27
Show example Mercedes-Benz CL600 Center (Drag) Link Replacement prices

What is the Center (Drag) Link all about?

The center link, also known as a drag link, converts the rotational motion of the steering wheel of a vehicle into the corresponding direction of the wheels when turning. You can find the drag link connected to the pitman arm, which attaches to the steering column. The other end of the drag link connects to the steering arm and eventually to the tie rods, which play a major part in pivoting the wheels that steer the vehicle.

In some vehicles, the drag link connects directly to the tie rod assembly via a ball joint instead of to a steering arm. Drag links come in either a solid single-piece or as an adjustable design.

Keep in mind:

  • In addition to the drag link, our expert mechanic will also check the ball joints connecting the drag link to the pitman arm and the steering arm or tie rod assembly for wear or cracking.
  • Many drag links feature replaceable ends so you do not have to replace the whole part.
  • One of our expert mechanics will also inspect the shocks and struts when checking the drag link to make sure these parts remain in good shape.

How it's done:

  • The vehicle front wheels are turned straight and the vehicle is lifted and supported on jack stands
  • The defective center drag link is removed
  • The new center drag link is installed
  • The vehicle is removed from jack stands
  • The vehicle is road tested and checked for proper steering operation

Our recommendation:

By following your vehicle's regular maintenance schedule, you should have the linkage beneath the vehicle, including the drag link, inspected whenever you have the vehicle lubed. Most often, though, today's ball joints, tie rods, and other parts are sealed and require little to no maintenance. In this case, have one of our expert mechanics inspect the drag link when performing a tire rotation or change, a vehicle alignment, or whenever your vehicle displays symptoms that might indicate a problem is developing with the drag link or any of its related components.

When inspecting the drag link, the mechanic will look for any excessive play, a strong indicator that the part needs replacing.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Center (Drag) Link?

  • Vibration while driving
  • Wobbling while driving

How important is this service?

The drag link is an important component in the operation of your vehicle. A faulty drag link can cause your vehicle to vibrate or wobble while driving, affecting the handling, stability, and alignment of the vehicle, making it more difficult to drive. If the faulty drag link is not replaced, the vehicle will eventually become inoperable.

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

(6)

Rating Summary
4
1
0
0
1
4
1
0
0
1

Kenneth

20 years of experience
785 reviews
Kenneth
20 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz CL600 V12-5.5L Turbo - Brake Pads Replacement (Front) - Los Angeles, California
Very knowledgeable and deligent with his work. He is prompt and always on time.

Grzegorz

41 years of experience
473 reviews
Grzegorz
41 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz CL600 V12-5.8L - Water Pump - San Francisco, California
Knows what he is doing, gotta watch the oily hands in the car...

Patrick

33 years of experience
1422 reviews
Patrick
33 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz CL600 V12-5.8L - Crankshaft Position Sensor - Austin, Texas
Good guy. Arrived 5 minutes early (6:55 A.M.). Got the job done quickly. Excellent knowledge and experience.

Fred

17 years of experience
389 reviews
Fred
17 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz CL600 V12-5.8L - Oil Change - Spring, Texas
Always very good as usual

Excellent Rating

(6)

Rating Summary
4
1
0
0
1
4
1
0
0
1
Number of Mercedes-Benz CL600 services completed
66+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Mercedes-Benz MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How Does a Mechanic Check a Car Alternator's Volt Output?
Have Have you ever wondered how a mechanic checks your alternator? It’s not something that has to be done all that often, because usually alternators are maintenance-free, and they can last for up to 12 years without needing repairs. When...
How to Sell Your Car
When it comes time to sell your car (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-about-selling-a-car), either because of an upgrade or a life change, then there are two primary options: trading it in at a dealer or selling it privately. If you trade a car in,...
How to Troubleshoot a Gas Cap That Won't Click
Gas caps click when they are secure. A damaged gas cap may be caused by a damaged gasket, gas tank filler housing, or debris in the fuel neck.

Oil temperature hotter and hotter

Hello there, the vehicle's oil temperature is critical for proper operation. An increase in oil temperatures can be due to a variety of different items. The most common would be due to low oil level, failing oil pump, improper oil...

My 1988 Mercedes repair code on dash reads 409, what is this?

In 1988 Mercedes did not display trouble codes on the dashboard. The display you are seeing is a maintenance reminder. It counts the miles down until a scheduled service, then counts the miles up when you have passed the service...

Oil was accidentally over filled.

Hi there. Wen the engine was overfilled by an additional quart of engine oil, then the engine was trying to lock up as the crankcase pressure was too high and the pistons are pressing against the oil. I recommend draining...

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