Mercedes is one of the world’s most recognizable vehicle brands. It is known for its quality, reliability, and durability. If not properly maintained, failures in your Mercedes will be expensive. Regular maintenance is critical for keeping your Mercedes running smoothly. Some parts are known to fail and need to be replaced, one of these being the chassis flex disk.

What is the chassis flex disc?

Flex discs are used to join the differential, driveshaft, and transmission. Your Mercedes has 2 discs, one in the front and one in the back. The chassis flex disc in the front connects the transmission and the driveshaft together. The rear disc connects the driveshaft and differential.

Common Causes of Chassis Flex Disc Failure

Chassis flex discs are made from rubber. This rubber is frequently exposed to high temperatures, which causes the rubber to expand. The expansion and contraction of the material leads to premature wear and cracking. The discs also experience a lot of wear from suspension activity. Driving on rough roads will also shorten the lifespan of the discs.

Main reasons of chassis flex disc failure:

• heat
• driving on rough roads
• vehicle’s age
• misaligned drivetrain
• outdoor elements

Symptoms of Chassis Flex Disc Damage or Failure

When the flex discs are damaged, you will experience symptoms. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, have your Mercedes inspected right away. Continuing to drive your car can result in additional damage. The most common symptoms of chassis flex disc or failure:

• Knocking Noises: You may hear knocking noises under your car when you accelerate.
• Trouble Shifting Between Gears: A bad chassis flex disc can make it difficult to change gears. This issue often happens when shifting from park to drive or park to reverse. Shifting issues can also be caused by transmission and engine problems.
• Intense Vibrations: When the flex discs fail, the driveshaft will be loose. This allows the driveshaft to move around leading to vibrations. The vibrations can be so intense that the ride will be uncomfortable.
• Visibly Worn Out: A visual inspection can sometimes uncover visible issues with the chassis flex discs. The discs may be cracked, distorted or separated from the parts.

Preventing Chassis Flex Disc Failure

Routine maintenance is the best way to keep your vehicle in proper running order. The maintenance plan developed for your Mercedes was developed using statistical data. By following your Mercedes maintenance guidelines, you can stop problems before they occur.

Don’t Ignore the Symptoms

If you experience any issue with your Mercedes, have it checked out right away. Continuing to drive your car without having an issue fixed can lead to major damage and an expensive service bill. At Das European Autohaus, we can replace your discs. Our mechanics can get the job done quickly as long as no additional damage has been incurred.

About Das European Autohaus

At Das European Autohaus, we take great pride in providing our clients with friendly and exceptional customer service. We provide an affordable alternative to dealerships. Whether you are experiencing chassis disk failure or need regular maintenance, we have got you covered. Our service center is equipped with all the specialized tools and equipment needed to diagnose and fix your Mercedes.

It is a common misconception that you must take your car to a dealership for service. This is not the case. Our certified mechanics and technicians are experts in European Cars. They can provide you with dealership quality service quicker and at a fraction of the cost.

At Das European Auto Haus, we offer both scheuled A & B service to Mercedes-Benz owners. We provide routine maintenance along with major services and repairs.

Services we provide:

• air conditioning service and repair
• check engine light maintenance
• engine repair
• oil changes
• transmission repairs
• battery replacement
• clutch repair
• factory scheduled maintenance
• preventative maintenance
• tire rotations
• brake service and repair
• diagnostic inspections
• fluid checks and changes
• suspension services
• wheel alignments/balancing

Book Your Service Today

If you are experiencing any issues with your Mercedes or need routine maintenance and are in the Spring or Houston, TX area, call Das European Autohaus today. You can reach us on 281-235-5934. Or come visit the Das European Autohaus shop at 4519 Spring Cypress Road, Spring, TX.