Cut out cutout for shock absorber on fender liner - AR88.10-P-1400-01GZ

Fig 1: Cutting Out Cutout For Shock Absorber On Fender Liner (1 Of 3)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

Only shock absorbers with protective tube are delivered as replacement part.

If shock absorbers without protective tube are replaced with shock absorbers with protective tube, it is necessary to cut out the fender liner (1) in the area of the protective tube.

Fig 2: Cutting Out Cutout For Shock Absorber On Fender Liner (2 Of 3)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

Fig 3: Cutting Out Cutout For Shock Absorber On Fender Liner (3 Of 3)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.

When installing a shock absorber with protective tube (C) and using an older fender liner version (B), it is necessary to cut out the fender liner along the cutting line (a).