Remove/Install Rear Spring - AR32.20-P-0230LW
Model 205 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL)
MODIFICATION NOTES
| 23.06.2016 | "Detach shock absorber from spring control arm" added | Operation step 2 |
Shown on model 205.042
Shown on model 205.042
Shown on model 205.042
Shown on model 205.042
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake disks | Model 205 with code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system) except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) | AH42.10-P-9406-13A | |
| Notes on repair work on suspension components | AH00.00-P-0100-01A | ||
| Remove/install | |||
| 1 | Remove rear wheel | AR40.10-P-1102A | |
| 2 | Remove shock absorber from spring control arm (2) | AR32.25-P-0110LW | |
| 3 | Tension rear axle spring (1) | Model 205 (except 205.386/387/486/487) except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) |
AR32.20-P-0200-06LW |
| Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) |
AR32.20-P-0202-06LWI | ||
Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Clamping plates |
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Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) Tensioning device |
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| 4 | Release and remove spring seat (5) | Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) |
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| 5 | Remove rear axle spring (1) from spring control arm (2) | ||
| 6 | Mark installation position of rear axle spring (1) relative to upper clamping plate (06) and lower clamping plate (07) using suitable adhesive strips (arrows a) | ||
| 7 | Relieve rear axle spring (1) | Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Clamping plates |
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Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) Tensioning device |
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| 8 | Transfer markings using adhesive strips (arrows a) to new rear axle spring (1) | When replacing rear axle spring (1). | |
| Check | |||
| 9 | Check rear axle spring (1) for paint damage | I When reinstalling rear axle spring (1). In event of paint damage ↓ Repair any paint damage using a black touchup paint pen. |
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| 10 | Check plastic shims (3) with spring seat (4) and spring seat (5) for damage | ↓ Replace plastic shims (3) with spring seat (4) or spring seat (5) |
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| 11 | Install in the reverse order | ||
| Check | |||
| 12 | Check/correct headlamp adjustment | When replacing components. | |
| Model 205 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) |
AP82.10-P-8260E | ||
| Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) | AP82.10-P-8260J |