Can a shock absorber be removed from a Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211?
In this repair guide, we will show you how to remove and install a new shock absorber on the rear of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211. The E320 rear suspension is equipped with a shock, and not struts. Unless you have airmatic in which case you will need an air suspension bag.
How to change rear shock absorber class 03-09?
Remove the nut on top of the shock absorber. You will need to counter hold the shock rod in order to break loose the nut. Go under the lower control arm and remove the plastic cover. The plastic cover is held in place with plastic pin retainer.
When to replace shock absorber on Airmatic suspension?
If you have AirMatic suspension you don’t need to worry about replacing the shock absorber unless you have a leak in the system. For standard shock you should replace them preferably every 50,000 miles. Most shock absorbers are not effective if they go over 80,000 miles.
Why do rear shock absorber struts need to be replaced?
Wagon models have rear air springs for self-leveling purposes. My Mercedes-Benz E Class drops on the overnight. If your Mercedes-Benz is dropping / lowering when you leave the car parked that means that you have Air Matic suspension and one of the air suspension bags has failed and needs to be replaced. Feedback! Was this information helpful?
How do you replace front shocks on a Mercedes Benz?
Remove the top nut (s) in the engine bay. (There will be a plastic dust cover over the shaft assembly at the top.) Use a metric allen wrench to keep the strut shaft from turning while you loosen and remove the nut. Once loosened, you can use the 16mm deep socket to remove the 2 top nuts. Figure 3.
In this repair guide, we will show you how to remove and install a new shock absorber on the rear of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211. The E320 rear suspension is equipped with a shock, and not struts. Unless you have airmatic in which case you will need an air suspension bag.
Do you need rear shocks on a Mercedes Benz?
Your trusty Mercedes-Benz needs a set of rear shocks, and the good news is that there are some great performance shocks available for these cars.
Wagon models have rear air springs for self-leveling purposes. My Mercedes-Benz E Class drops on the overnight. If your Mercedes-Benz is dropping / lowering when you leave the car parked that means that you have Air Matic suspension and one of the air suspension bags has failed and needs to be replaced. Feedback! Was this information helpful?
Is the rear shock absorber strut E class 03-09?
AirMatic was standard on the E500 and E55 but the E320 did not come with air suspension. Airmatic was optional for the E320 on the US market. Look for the Air Matic Button on the dashboard. If the car is not equipped with airmatic suspension you will not have a button. Wagon models have rear air springs for self-leveling purposes.