38 mm 12-Point Impact Socket for Driveshafts and Mercedes Ball Joint Nuts

The 38 mm 12-Point Impact Socket is a specialized service tool designed for driveshaft and ball joint nut applications on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. It enables efficient removal and installation of ball joint retaining nuts and driveshaft fasteners during suspension and drivetrain repairs.

Manufactured for professional workshop use, the socket features a durable impact-grade construction and a 12-point profile for secure engagement with fasteners. Its compact design allows access to suspension components while providing the strength required for high-torque applications.

The socket is particularly suitable for servicing ball joints on the front and rear axles of various Mercedes-Benz 4Matic and AMG models.

Applications

• Driveshaft service and repair
• Removal and installation of ball joint nuts
• Front axle suspension service
• Rear axle suspension service
• Mercedes-Benz suspension and drivetrain maintenance

Features

• 38 mm 12-point socket design
• Suitable for impact tool use
• Designed for high-torque applications
• Compatible with front and rear axle ball joints
• Professional-grade workshop quality
• Suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles

Technical Specifications

• Socket size: 38 mm
• Profile: 12-point (double hex)
• Drive size: 1/2"
• Overall length: 78 mm
• Application: Driveshafts and ball joint nuts

Compatibility

Suitable for:

• Mercedes-Benz W167 GLE and GLS (front and rear axle)
• Mercedes-Benz W205 C-Class 4Matic and AMG
• Mercedes-Benz W213 E-Class 4Matic and AMG
• Mercedes-Benz W238 GLC AMG and GLC Coupe
• Mercedes-Benz W257 CLS 50 AMG Coupe

Ball joint flange nut reference:

• OEM as A 002 990 71 54

Used as Mercedes:

• OEM as W167589000900
• OEM as 167 589 00 09 00

Reference Tightening Torques

Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class W167 GLE 350 d 4Matic (OM656.929)

Front Axle

• Self-locking nut, shock absorber to control arm: 100 Nm + 180°
• Stabilizer link bolt to stabilizer bar: 80 Nm + 90°
• Self-locking lower control arm ball joint nut: 120 Nm + 45°
• Lower control arm nut to front axle carrier: 100 Nm + 180°

Rear Axle

• Self-locking ball joint nut to spring link / wheel carrier: 120 Nm + 45°

OEM numbers are provided for identification purposes only and are listed as A 002 990 71 54, W167589000900 and 167 589 00 09 00. This product is not an original Mercedes-Benz tool.