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Check condition of suspension struts or shock absorbers and springs - AP32.25-P-3255F

MODEL 463 

Shown on front suspension strut in model 463.234 with code ZQ0 (G 500 4x42) 

Fig 1: Suspension Struts Or Shock Absorbers And Springs Related Components - Shown On Front Suspension Strut In Model 463.234
G10779725Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on rear suspension strut in model 463.234 with code ZQ0 (G 500 4x42) 

Fig 2: Suspension Struts Or Shock Absorbers And Springs Related Components - Shown On Rear Suspension Strut In Model 463.234
G10779726Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 463.234 with code A20 (Adjustable damping) without code ZQ0 (G 500 4x42) 

Fig 3: Suspension Struts Or Shock Absorbers And Springs Related Components - Shown On Model 463.234 With Code A20
G10779727Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 463.348 

Fig 4: Suspension Struts Or Shock Absorbers And Springs Related Components - Shown On Model 463
G10779728DANGERDANGERREFER TO MAINTENANCEINSPECTNOTESREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRCourtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
DANGER Risk of injury.  Moving parts can pinch, crush or, in extreme cases even sever extremities. No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating range of the mechanism when moving components. AS00.00-Z-0009-01A
  Preparatory activity     
1 Lift vehicle on vehicle lift    
REFER TO MAINTENANCE     AR00.60-P-1000G
INSPECT Check     
2 Check shock absorber (1) for external leaks   AP32.00-P-3255-01A
If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
3 Check shock absorber (1) for external damage, deformation and corrosion   AP32.00-P-3255-01A
If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
4 Check condition and seating of springs (2) NOTES
Springs (2) may not be broken and must be seated correctly.
Damage can occur otherwise.
If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
5 Check condition of elastomer bearings (3) If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
6 Check protective boot (7) in visible area for correct seating, damage and deformation For suspension strut with protective boot (7).
If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
7 Check stop buffer (4) in visible area for correct seating, damage and deformation If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
8 Check spring cup (5) in visible area for correct seating, damage and deformation If complaint present
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Rectify problem subject to separate repair order.
 
9 Check electrical connection (6) If present.    
  Finishing activity     
10 Lower vehicle with lifting platform    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR     AR00.60-P-1000G