Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.045), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 180 Kompressor (203.046), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.042), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.007), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CGI Kompressor (203.043), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 Kompressor (203.040), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.008), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 (203.054), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 (203.052), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 (203.064) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front springs on MERCEDES-BENZ W203 C-Class [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Springs for C-Class Saloon (W203) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
How to change Coil spring on Mercedes W203 C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Coil spring
How to change Coil spring buffer on Mercedes W203 C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Coil spring buffer
Tools
Replacement: coil springs – Mercedes W203. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #21
HEX bit No.H6.
HEX bit No.H7.
HEX bit No.H12.
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 21
14Х2.5-mm strut nut socket
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Nippers
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: coil springs – Mercedes W203. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Both coil springs of the front suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right coil springs of the front suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Mercedes W203 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Springs on Mercedes W203 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) 2001 Springs - 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
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004) 2003 by yourself
    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a combination spanner #21. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) 2004 Springs - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Springs replacement on Mercedes W203 C 200 2.0 Kompressor (203.045) 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W203
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Springs on Mercedes W203 2000 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the wheel.
  10. Step 10
    MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 1.8 Kompressor (203.042) Springs replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Springs on Mercedes W203 2002 C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) by yourself
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
    C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) 2003 Springs DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  13. Step 13
    How to change Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 2004 - tips and tricks
    Disconnect the brake hose bracket. Use nippers.
  14. Step 14
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes W203 2005 C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) Springs
    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.
  15. Step 15
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    Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor wire.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Springs on Mercedes W203 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) 2001 Springs - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the upper fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use HEX No.H12. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  18. Step 18
    Mercedes W203 C 180 1.8 Kompressor (203.046) 2002 Springs replacement: free workshop manuals
    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004) 2003 by yourself
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the suspension strut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
  20. Step 20
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) 2004 Springs - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  21. Step 21
    How to replace Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a crowbar.
  22. Step 22
    How hard is it to do yourself: Springs replacement on Mercedes W203 C 200 2.0 Kompressor (203.045) 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  23. Step 23
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  24. Step 24
    Changing of Springs on Mercedes W203 2000 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a crowbar.
  25. Step 25
    MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 1.8 Kompressor (203.042) Springs replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Mercedes W203 – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  26. Step 26
    Replacing Springs on Mercedes W203 2002 C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) by yourself
    Remove the suspension strut.
  27. Step 27
    C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) 2003 Springs DIY replacement workshop manual
    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: coil springs – Mercedes W203. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  28. Step 28
    How to change Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 2004 - tips and tricks
    Compress the spring.
  29. Step 29
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes W203 2005 C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) Springs
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  30. Step 30
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a 14Х2.5-mm strut nut socket. Use a drive socket #21. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  31. Step 31
    How to change Springs on Mercedes W203 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the top strut mount.
  32. Step 32
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) 2001 Springs - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Release the coil spring.
  33. Step 33
    Mercedes W203 C 180 1.8 Kompressor (203.046) 2002 Springs replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the spring.
  34. Step 34
    Changing Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004) 2003 by yourself
    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: coil springs – Mercedes W203. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  35. Step 35
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) 2004 Springs - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install the boot and a bump stop onto the shock absorber.
  36. Step 36
    How to replace Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  37. Step 37
    How hard is it to do yourself: Springs replacement on Mercedes W203 C 200 2.0 Kompressor (203.045) 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Compress the spring.
  38. Step 38
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    Treat the upper shock strut mount. Use WD-40 spray.
  39. Step 39
    Changing of Springs on Mercedes W203 2000 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  40. Step 40
    MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS C 200 1.8 Kompressor (203.042) Springs replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a 14Х2.5-mm strut nut socket. Use a drive socket #21. Use HEX No.H6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 20 Nm torque.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: coil springs – Mercedes W203. Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.
  41. Step 41
    Replacing Springs on Mercedes W203 2002 C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) by yourself
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
  42. Step 42
    C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) 2003 Springs DIY replacement workshop manual
    Decompress the spring.
  43. Step 43
    How to change Springs on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 2004 - tips and tricks
    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  44. Step 44
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes W203 2005 C 200 CDI 2.2 (203.007) Springs
    Treat the mounting seats of the shock strut. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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