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Remove/Install The Suspension Strut - AR32.25-P-1017LWL

Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) 

Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) 

Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) 

MODIFICATION NOTES

22.03.2019 Remove holder from spring link and place to one side with Operation step 4.2 lines connected, added.  

Shown on model 205 with CODE M005 (4MATIC) 

Fig 1: Suspension Strut Components Location - Model 213 With Code 489 (Shown On Model 205 With Code M005)
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Shown on model 205 

Shown on model 213 with code M005 (4MATIC) except code 830 (China version) 

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WARNING 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
  Notes on handling, transport and storage of composite brake disks   AH42.10-P-9406-12LF
  Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake disks   AH42.10-P-9406-13A
  Notes on threaded connections fastened using a tightening angle-based tightening process   AH00.00-P-0020-01A
  Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-N-0001-01A
  Notes on repair work on suspension components   AH00.00-P-0100-01A
  Notes on AIRmatic   AH32.22-P-1000-02LW 
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Vent pressure in AIRMATIC system using vehicle diagnosis system.    
REFER TO SELF DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-04B
2 Remove front wheel.   AR40.10-P-1102A
3 Disconnect electrical connectors (1) at suspension strut (2). IMPORTANT The electrical connectors (1) can, depending on the vehicle model and equipment, be located as shown in the lower area of the suspension strut (2) or at the top near the pressure line connection (11).  
4.1 Remove holder (3) at suspension strut (2) and place to one side with connected lines. Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) except code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) except code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) except code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
 
4.2 Remove holder (3) from spring link (5) and place to one side with connected lines. Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive)
 
5 Unhook brake hose (4) from holders at suspension strut (2).    
6 Unscrew nut (15) and remove vibration damper (16). Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) with code M005 (Vehicles with 4MATIC/all-wheel drive) except code 830 (China version) If installed.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Vibration damper to threaded pin
*BA32.25-P-1004-04P 
7 Remove suspension strut (2) at spring link (5). INSTALLATION NOTES Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) with code 830 (China version)
Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) Bolt (6) must be inserted from the rear towards the front. Otherwise the brake or the rim may be damaged.
IMPORTANT Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) except code 830 (China version)
Installation:  The screw (6) must be replaced by a threaded pin (17). The threaded pin (17) must be inserted from front to rear.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, suspension strut to spring control arm
*BA32.25-P-1002-04P 
8 Secure steering knuckle (7) against folding down.    
9 Unscrew nut of steering knuckle (7) on upper transverse control arm (8). NOTES Counterhold the ball head and do not use an impact wrench/driver.
Otherwise, the ball head or steering knuckle (7) will be damaged.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, steering knuckle to transverse control arm
*BA33.20-P-1006-01U 
10 Remove upper transverse control arm (8) from steering knuckle (7).    
11 Remove cover (9). When removing right suspension strut (2).  
12 Open service flap (10). Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) When removing the left suspension strut (2).  
13 Remove wiper arms. Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) If the removed service flap (10) does not provide access to the nuts (12). When removing the left suspension strut (2). AR82.30-P-6100LW
14 Remove cover under wiper arms. Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) If the removed service flap (10) does not provide access to the nuts (12). When removing the left suspension strut (2).  
15 Remove left rear top cover in engine compartment. Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) When removing the left suspension strut (2).
 
16 Remove pressure line connection (11) at suspension strut (2). INSTALLATION NOTES The thread on the compressed air line connection (11) may not be damaged. Otherwise, leaks will occur.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL) Pressure line to front suspension strut/valve unit
*BA32.22-P-1006-03G 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) Pressure line to air suspension *BA32.22-P-1006-03H 
    SPECIAL TOOL Torque tool set Fig 4
    SPECIAL TOOL Torque wrench Fig 5
    If thread is damaged,

Repair compressed air line connection (11).
AR32.22-P-2001-01LW 
    SPECIAL TOOL Knife Fig 6
17 Seal pressure line connection (11) and opening at suspension strut (2) with suitable stop plugs. SPECIAL TOOL Record plug Fig 3
18 Remove nuts (12). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, strut to body *BA32.25-P-1001-04P 
19 Remove suspension strut (2) downwards. NOTES Carefully remove suspension strut (2). Otherwise the suspension strut joint can be damaged by the spring control arm (5).
NOTES When extending suspension strut (2), do not tension the brake hose (4). Otherwise the brake hose (4) may be damaged.
 
INSPECT Check     
20 Check condition of suspension strut joint at spring link (5). If damage or wear is present,

replace spring link (5).
AR33.15-P-0170LW
21 Check condition of suspension strut (2). In the event of a problem,

Replace suspension strut (2).
 
22 Measure length of new suspension strut (2) and compare dimension with value in leaflet. When replacing suspension strut (2).
In the event of a problem,

Do not use suspension strut (2) and order a suitable suspension strut (2).
 
23 Modify line bracket at suspension strut (2). When replacing suspension strut (2).
SPECIAL TOOL Pliers
Fig 2
24 Install in the reverse order    
INSPECT Check     
25 Read out and delete fault memory using vehicle diagnosis system.    
REFER TO SELF DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-04B
26 Check AIRMATIC in area of suspension strut (2) for leak tightness.   AR32.22-P-8100LW 
27 Check headlamp adjustment. When replacing the suspension strut (2) or the spring control arm (5).  
REFER TO MAINTENANCE   Model 213 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension) AP82.10-P-8260J
REFER TO MAINTENANCE   Model 205 with code 489 (AIRMATIC Dual Control/semi-active air suspension)
Model 253 with code 489 (AIR BODY CONTROL)
AP82.10-P-8260E
AIR SUSPENSION

Number Designation Model 205 Model 253
BA32.22-P-1006-03G Pressure line to front suspension strut/valve unit Nm 2 2
AIR SUSPENSION

Number Designation Model 213
BA32.22-P-1006-03H Pressure line to air suspension Front axle Nm 2
Rear axle Nm 3, 5
SUSPENSION STRUTS

Number Designation Model 205 Model 213
BA32.25-P-1001-04P Nut, strut to body Stage 1 Nm 50 50
Stage 2 Nm - -
SUSPENSION STRUTS

Number Designation Model 253
BA32.25-P-1001-04P Nut, strut to body Stage 1 Nm 50
Stage 2 Nm -
SUSPENSION STRUTS

Number Designation Model 205 Model 213
BA32.25-P-1002-04P Nut, suspension strut to spring control arm Stage 1 Nm 95 95
Stage 2 ∠° 45 45
SUSPENSION STRUTS

Number Designation Model 253
BA32.25-P-1002-04P Nut, suspension strut to spring control arm Stage 1 Nm 95
Stage 2 ∠° 45
SUSPENSION STRUTS

Number Designation Model 213
BA32.25-P-1004-04P Vibration damper to threaded pin Nm 50
WHEEL CONTROL, HUB

Number Designation Model 205 Model 213
BA33.20-P-1006-01U Nut, steering knuckle to transverse control arm Stage 1 Nm 50 50
Stage 2 ∠° 45 45
WHEEL CONTROL, HUB

Number Designation Model 253
BA33.20-P-1006-01U Nut, steering knuckle to transverse control arm Stage 1 Nm 50
Stage 2 ∠° 45
Fig 2: Identifying Pliers (164 589 01 37 00)
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Fig 3: Identifying Record Plug (129 589 00 91 00)
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Fig 4: Identifying Torque Tool Set (003 589 05 09 00)
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Fig 5: Identifying Torque Wrench (001 589 86 21 00)
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Fig 6: Identifying Knife (000 589 12 28 00)
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