How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber E 250 D 2.5 (124.126, 124.129) Mercedes E Class W124
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 250 D (124.126, 124.129), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 300 D (124.131), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 280 (124.028), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 320 (124.032), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 250 Turbo-D (124.128), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 300 Turbo-D (124.133) … View more

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How to change front shock absorber and coil springs on MERCEDES W124 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W124. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #19
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit no.H6
HEX bit no.H7
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Water pump pliers
Crow bar
Strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W124. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Both shock struts of the front suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W124. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 250 D 2.5 (124.126, 124.129) 1994 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
    Mercedes E Class W124 E 300 D 3.0 (124.131) 1995 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 5
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    Loosen the fasteners of the upper strut mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Don't unscrew it completely.
  6. Step 6
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    Loosen the fastener of the strut piston rod. Use a combination spanner #22. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W124. Tip:
    Don't unscrew it completely.
  7. Step 7
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 8
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Raise the car.
    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.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W124
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the wheel.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1995 E 250 D 2.5 (124.126, 124.129) by yourself
    Support the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  12. Step 13
    E-Class Saloon (W124) E 200 D 2.0 (124.120) 1996 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the coil spring compressor on the coil spring.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Use adapters and jaws of the appropriate size.The sping coils should be securely fixed with the coil spring compressor.Use high quality coil spring compressors.
  13. Step 14
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    Compress the spring.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W124. AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful. The compressed spring is powerful and can cause injury if it comes loose.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes E Class W124 1994 E 200 D 2.0 (124.120) Shock Absorber
    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 16
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    Disconnect the wiring from the strut.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the lower fasteners on the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 250 D 2.5 (124.126, 124.129) 1994 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  18. Step 19
    Mercedes E Class W124 E 300 D 3.0 (124.131) 1995 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Detach the strut from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 220 2.2 (124.022) 1996 by yourself
    Clean the fasteners of the stabilizer bush brackets. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 D 2.0 (124.120) 1993 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the fasteners of the stabilizer bush brackets. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 22
    How to replace Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) 1994: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  22. Step 23
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    Remove the stabilizer bush brackets.
  23. Step 24
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    Remove the coil spring together with the coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W124. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    While the spring is compressed, do not do any operations on it.
  24. Step 25
    Changing of Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the fastener of the shock absorber piston rod. Use a combination spanner #22. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  25. Step 26
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 280 2.8 (124.029) Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Unscrew the fasteners of the upper strut mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  26. Step 27
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1995 E 250 D 2.5 (124.126, 124.129) by yourself
    Remove the shock absorber.
  27. Step 28
    E-Class Saloon (W124) E 200 D 2.0 (124.120) 1996 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the strut mount.
  28. Step 29
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    Remove the shock absorber dust boot and bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Carefully inspect the dust boot and bump stop of the suspension strut. Replace them if necessary.
  29. Step 30
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes E Class W124 1994 E 200 D 2.0 (124.120) Shock Absorber
    Decompress the spring.
  30. Step 31
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    Install the coil spring compressor on the coil spring.
  31. Step 32
    How to change Shock Absorber on Mercedes E Class W124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Compress the spring.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Be careful. The compressed spring is powerful and can cause injury if it comes loose.
  32. Step 33
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 250 D 2.5 (124.126, 124.129) 1994 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Clean the coil spring mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  33. Step 34
    Mercedes E Class W124 E 300 D 3.0 (124.131) 1995 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  34. Step 35
    Changing Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W124) E 220 2.2 (124.022) 1996 by yourself
    Clean the mounting seat of the suspension strut mount. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
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