Remove/Install Rear Suspension Strut - AR32.25-P-1016RG

Model 190 

except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL) 

Fig 1: Rear Suspension Strut Components Location - Model 190 Except Code 478 (Shown On Model 190.3 With Code 479)

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Shown on model 190.3 With Code 479 (AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension) 

	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 area of mechanical components when moving components.	AS00.00-Z-0009-01A
	Risk of injury  caused by pinching or crushing when working on springs or spring bodies that are under tension	Use only approved tensioning devices; additionally screen off hazardous area if necessary. Check special tools for damage and proper operation (visual inspection). Wear protective gloves.	AS00.00-Z-0001-01A
Notice	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice	Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake disks		AH42.10-P-9406-13A
Notice	Notes on threaded connections fastened using a tightening angle-based tightening process		AH00.00-P-0020-01A
Notice	Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts		AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
	Notes on safety-relevant components		AH00.00-Z-0019-01A
	Notes on repair work on suspension components		AH00.00-P-0100-01A
	Remove
1	Switch off ignition and store transmitter key outside of transmitter range (min. 2 m).
2.1	Remove trunk separator.	Model 190.3 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
			AR68.50-P-3000RG
2.2	Remove rear panel trim.	Model 190.4 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
			AR68.30-P-4750RGR
3	Expose rear left or right suspension strut (1).	Model 190.4 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
			AR32.25-P-1016-01RG
4	Release and disconnect left or right electrical connector (10).	Model 190 with code 479 (AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension) except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL) except code M032 (Black Series version)
5	Remove left or right rear wheel and tire assembly.		AR40.10-P-1100RQ
6	Release and disconnect electrical connectors from suspension strut (1) and detach electrical wiring harness from suspension strut (1).	Model 190 with code M032 (Black Series version) except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
7	Detach right torsion bar linkage (3) or left torsion bar linkage (4) from lever arm or stabilizer.		AR32.35-P-3329RG
8	Remove nut (5).	Because of stresses, remove the screw (9) later.
9	Detach nut (6) and remove screw (7).
10	Remove nuts (2).
11	Remove screw (9).
12	Loosen and remove suspension strut (1).	Do not disassemble the suspension strut (1). If necessary, replace the suspension struts (1) in pairs.
	Install
13	Tension spring of suspension strut (1) using tensioning device and clamping plates.	Tensioning device	Fig 3
		Clamping plates	Fig 2
14	Attach suspension strut (1) at vehicle and start screw (9).
15	Install nuts (2).	Model 190.4 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
		A helper to hold the rear window is required in order to ensure unobstructed movement.
		Nut, suspension strut at rear to body	*BA32.25-P-1003-04H
16	Attach nut (5).	Nut, rear suspension strut to wheel carrier/mounting support	*BA32.25-P-1004-04H
17	Relieve spring of suspension strut (1) using tensioning device and clamping plates.	Tensioning device	Fig 3
		Clamping plates	Fig 2
18	Start screw (7) and attach nut (6).	Nut, lower transverse control arm to wheel carrier	*BA35.20-P-1003-07D
19	Attach right torsion bar linkage (3) or left torsion bar linkage (4) to lever arm or stabilizer.		AR32.35-P-3329RG
20	Connect electrical connectors to suspension strut (1) and attach electrical wiring harness to suspension strut (1).	Model 190 with code M032 (Black Series version) except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
21	Attach left or right rear wheel and tire assembly.		AR40.10-P-1100RQ
22	Connect electrical connector (10), left or right.	Model 190 with code 479 (AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension) except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
23	Install suspension strut (1), rear left or right.	Model 190.4 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
			AR32.25-P-1016-01RG
24.1	Install trunk separator.	Model 190.3 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
			AR68.50-P-3000RG
24.2	Install rear panel trim.	Model 190.4 except code 478 (AMG RIDE CONTROL)
			AR68.30-P-4750RGR
	Measure
25	Perform chassis alignment.		AR40.20-P-0200RQ

Fig 2: Identifying Clamping Plates (210 589 10 63 00)

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Fig 3: Identifying Tensioning Device (203 589 01 31 00)

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