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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 (211.065), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 500 (211.070), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 240 (211.061), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI (211.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 270 CDI (211.016), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 CDI (211.004), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 CDI (211.004), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 55 AMG Kompressor (211.076), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 Kompressor (211.042), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 CDI (211.026), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 400 CDI (211.028), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 NGT (211.042), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI (211.023), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 (211.054), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 350 (211.056), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI (211.020), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 CDI (211.022), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 420 CDI (211.029), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 CDI (211.007), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI (211.008), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 Kompressor (211.041), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 500 (211.072), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 63 AMG (211.077), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI (211.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 350 CGI (211.057), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 300 BlueTEC (211.024), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 230 (211.052) … View more

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How to change a front shock strut on MERCEDES-BENZ (W211) E-Class [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 06/11/2020
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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for E-Class Saloon (W211) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #21
HEX bit No.H6.
HEX bit No.H12.
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # E18
Drive socket # 21
Shock absorber socket #DD6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Hammer
Pin punch
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 W211. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on W211 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.006) 2003 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
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 6
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) 2007: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Shock Absorber replacement on W211 E 320 CDI 3.0 (211.022) 2008 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W211
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Shock Absorber on W211 2002 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Undo the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 CDI 2.2 (211.007) Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the oil pan cover.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Shock Absorber on W211 2004 E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.006) by yourself
    Clean all joints of the arm. Clean the shock strut fasteners. Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  12. Step 13
    E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI 3.0 (211.020) 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the shock strut to the suspension control arm. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 14
    How to change Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) 2006 - tips and tricks
    Unscrew the arm fastening from the subframe. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  15. Step 16
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    Detach the control arm. Use a crowbar.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Shock Absorber on W211 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.006) 2003 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Detach the bottom part of the shock strut. Use a crowbar.
  18. Step 19
    W211 E 270 CDI 2.7 (211.016) 2004 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #21. Use HEX No.H12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.008) 2005 by yourself
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 280 CDI 3.0 (211.020) 2006 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W211
  21. Step 22
    How to replace Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) 2007: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the suspension strut.
  22. Step 23
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. Professionals recommend:
    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.
  23. Step 24
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    Compress the spring.
  24. Step 25
    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
    Step 26
    Changing of Shock Absorber on W211 2002 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  25. Step 27
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 CDI 2.2 (211.007) Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #17. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  26. Step 28
    Replacing Shock Absorber on W211 2004 E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.006) by yourself
    Remove the top strut mount.
  27. Step 29
    E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI 3.0 (211.020) 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Release the coil spring.
  28. Step 30
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    Remove the spring.
  29. Step 31
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement W211 2007 E 280 CDI 3.0 (211.020) Shock Absorber
    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  30. Step 32
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    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  31. Step 33
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    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  32. Step 34
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  33. Step 35
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  34. Step 36
    Changing Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.008) 2005 by yourself
    Compress the spring.
  35. Step 37
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  36. Step 38
    How to replace Shock Absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) 2007: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a shock absorber socket #DD6. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 23 Nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Mercedes W211. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  37. Step 39
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    Decompress the spring.
  38. Step 40
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
  39. Step 41
    Install the protective shock absorber mounting cap.
    Step 42
    Changing of Shock Absorber on W211 2002 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  40. Step 43
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 CDI 2.2 (211.007) Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Clean the mounting seats of the shock strut.
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