Mercedes-Benz W245 M266 Inner CV Joint | 2005–2011

Description

Eliminate violent front-end vibration, restore smooth power delivery under acceleration, and maintain structural drivetrain safety with this premium Mercedes-Benz W245 Inner CV Joint Assembly (Gearbox Side Constant Velocity Joint). Specifically sourced and verified for the first-generation B-Class (W245 platform) driven by the M266 4-cylinder petrol engine (including the B150, B170, B180, and B200 models produced between 2005 and 2011), this drivetrain component is the definitive solution for vehicles experiencing a heavy side-to-side shudder during hard acceleration, rhythmic clunking when pulling away, or a grease-splattered engine bay.

While outer CV joints typically fail from tight cornering stresses, the Inner CV Joint sits on the transmission side of the driveshaft and handles the continuous plunging motion required as the front suspension moves up and down. Because the M266 engine and transmission are mounted on a unique, compact sloped angle inside Mercedes’ sandwich-floor safety chassis, the driveshafts operate at sharp, highly specific angles. Over time, the heavy-duty rubber CV boot can crack or tear from age and heat cycling, allowing the specialized internal molybdenum grease to escape and road dirt to enter. Without proper lubrication, the internal tripod bearings rapidly wear deep grooves into the outer housing cup. This mechanical play causes a severe drivetrain imbalance that vibrates heavily through the cabin floorboards under load. Replacing the worn joint restores factory-smooth ride refinement.

Manufactured from high-grade, heat-treated forged steel alloy, this inner CV joint is precision-machined to withstand the continuous torsional loads delivered by the M266 powertrain. It features an exact internal spline count designed to slide seamlessly onto your original factory axle shaft and seat securely inside the differential casing without leaks. Trust TP German Auto Spares for fully verified, workshop-tested drivetrain, suspension, and axle components that keep your Mercedes-Benz performing beautifully on South African roads.

Key Features:

• Vehicle Compatibility: Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W245 Platform) models from 2005 to 2011.

• Engine Fitment: Precision-matched for M266 naturally aspirated and turbocharged 4-cylinder models (B150, B170, B180, B200).

• Plunge Capabilities: Engineered with a high-clearance internal tripod roller design to accommodate full suspension articulation effortlessly.

• Forged Metallurgy: Premium heat-treated steel construction prevents premature pitting and resists frictional wear under high operating temperatures.

• Complete Kit Provision: Supplied complete with a high-flexibility rubber boot, heavy-duty securing clamps, retaining circlips, and a tube of premium CV grease.

• Condition: Rigorously inspected for immaculate spline teeth, unpitted internal tracking channels, and total structural integrity.