How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber E 220 CDI 2.2 (210.206) Mercedes S210
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How to change front shock absorbers on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 200 T (210.235), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 230 T (210.237), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 420 T (210.272), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 290 T Turbo-D (210.217), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 250 T D (210.210), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 270 T CDI, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 320 T (210.265), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 300 T Turbo-D (210.225), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 250 T Turbo-D (210.215), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 280 T (210.263), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 240 T (210.261), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 430 T (210.270), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 200 T Kompressor (210.245), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 220 T CDI (210.206), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 320 T CDI (210.226), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 270 T CDI (210.216), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 220 T CDI (210.206), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 200 T Kompressor (210.248), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S210) E 240 T (210.262) … View more

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S210). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 17
Shock absorber socket # 16
Shock absorber socket #DD6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S210). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace both front shock absorbers at a time.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the front suspension.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S210). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the shock absorber mount cap.
  2. Step 4
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    Clean the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  3. Step 5
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber # 16. Use a shock absorber socket #DD6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 7
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  5. Step 8
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S210). AUTODOC recommends:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 9
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 10
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 11
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    Clean the lower shock absorber fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 12
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    Support the control arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  9. Step 13
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    Unscrew the lower fasteners of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 14
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
  11. Step 15
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    Remove the elements of the shock absorber upper mount.
  12. Step 16
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  13. Step 17
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S210). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging assemblies and mechanisms.
    Step 18
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  14. Step 19
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush.
  15. Step 20
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S210). Professionals recommend:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it 3–5 times by hand.
  16. Step 21
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    Install the elements of the shock absorber upper mount.
  17. Step 22
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
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