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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 

Fig 1: Rear Spring Components Location - Model 213.0/1 Except Code 489 (Shown On Model 205.042)
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Shown on model 205.042 

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Shown on model 205.042 

Shown on model 205.042 

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WARNING 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
REMOVINGINSTALLING 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)
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Check rear axle springs (1) are firmly seated in spring seats (4, 5) (arrows e).
AR32.20-P-0202-06LWI 
    IMPORTANT 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) Clamping plates
Fig 3
    SPECIAL TOOL Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Clamping plate Fig 4
    SPECIAL TOOL Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) Clamping plates Fig 2
    SPECIAL TOOL 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) Tensioning device
Fig 5
    SPECIAL TOOL Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Tensioning device Fig 6
4 Release and remove spring seat (5) Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Helper required.
 
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) IMPORTANT Do not use a touch-up paint pen because the rear axle spring (1) is color-coded.  
7 Relieve rear axle spring (1) INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Observe markings.
SPECIAL TOOL 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) Clamping plates
Fig 3
    SPECIAL TOOL Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Clamping plate Fig 4
    SPECIAL TOOL Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) Clamping plates Fig 2
    SPECIAL TOOL 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) Tensioning device
Fig 5
    SPECIAL TOOL Model 205.386/387/486/487 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Tensioning device Fig 6
8 Transfer markings using adhesive strips (arrows a) to new rear axle spring (1) When replacing rear axle spring (1).  
INSPECT 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.
 
10 Check plastic shims (3) with spring seat (4) and spring seat (5) for damage INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Check plastic shims (3) (arrows b and c) and the spring seat (5) (arrows d) are correctly seated.
IMPORTANT When replacing rear axle spring (1), the spring seat (5) must be replaced. The spring seat (4) must be replaced with a spring seat (4) with a notch. If required

Replace plastic shims (3) with spring seat (4) or spring seat (5)
 
11 Install in the reverse order    
INSPECT Check     
12 Check/correct headlamp adjustment When replacing components.  
REFER TO MAINTENANCE   Model 205 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 253 except code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL)
AP82.10-P-8260E
REFER TO MAINTENANCE   Model 213.0/1 except code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) AP82.10-P-8260J
Fig 2: Identifying Clamping Plates (202 589 13 63 00)
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Fig 3: Identifying Clamping Plates (211 589 03 63 00)
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Fig 4: Identifying Clamping Plate (230 589 11 63 00)
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Fig 5: Identifying Tensioning Device (202 589 02 31 00)
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Fig 6: Identifying Tensioning Device (203 589 01 31 00)
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