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Remove/Install Rear Shock Absorber - AR32.25-P-0110MFA

Model 118, 177, 243, 247 

Fig 1: Rear Shock Absorber Components Location - Model 118 (Shown On Model 177 With Code U54)
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Shown on model 177 with code U54 (Torsion-beam axle) on left side of vehicle 

Shown on model 177 with code U54 (Torsion-beam axle) on left side of vehicle 

G16048965Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 177 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping) on left side of vehicle 

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Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice  Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts   AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
  Notes on repair work on suspension components   AH00.00-P-0100-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Remove trim on left and right in trunk. Model 177.0 AR68.30-P-4800MFA
    Model 243.7, 247.0/7 AR68.30-P-4800MFB
    Model 243.6, 247.6 AR68.30-P-4801MFX
    Model 118.3, 177.1/9 AR68.30-P-4800MFV
    Model 118.6 AR68.30-P-4800MFD
2 Release and disconnect electrical connector (5). Model 118, 177, 247 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping)
Model 243
with code 457 (Comfort suspension with adjustable damping)
 
3 Remove grommet (6) from body and expose electrical wiring harness. Model 118, 177, 247 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping)
Model 243
with code 457 (Comfort suspension with adjustable damping)
 
4 Remove nuts (4). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, shock absorber to body *BA32.25-P-1002-03R 
5 Raise vehicle with vehicle lift.   AR00.60-P-1006A
6 Remove nuts (7). Model 118, 177, 247 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping)
Model 243
with code 457 (Comfort suspension with adjustable damping)
 
7 Remove cover at lower spring link. Model 118, 177, 243, 247
with code U55 (Multi-link axle)
 
8 Support axle using telescopic lifter.    
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 23 62 00 Mounting plate   WS26.00-P-0415B
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 24 62 00 Major assembly mount   WS01.00-P-0253B
9 Counterhold nut (3) and unscrew screw (2). TORQUE SPECIFICATION Nut, shock absorber to rear axle/spring link *BA32.25-P-1001-03R 
10 Remove left or right shock absorber (1).    
INSPECT Check     
11 Check shock absorber (1) at left or right for damage. If there is a problem,

replace left and right shock absorber (1).
AR32.25-P-0121MFA 
12 Install in the reverse order.    
REAR AXLE SHOCK ABSORBER

Number Designation Model 118, 177, 243, 247
BA32.25-P-1001-03R Nut, shock absorber to rear axle/spring link M10 Nm 50
REAR AXLE SHOCK ABSORBER

Number Designation Model 118, 177, 243, 247
BA32.25-P-1002-03R Nut, shock absorber to body M10 Nm 50