How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber A 140 1.4 (168.031, 168.131) Mercedes W168
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How to change rear shock absorbers on Mercedes W168 – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 (168.033, 168.133), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.007), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 170 CDI (168.008), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 190 (168.032, 168.132), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.006), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 210 (168.035, 168.135) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear shock absorber on MERCEDES W168 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 01/02/2021
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W168. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W168. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Mercedes W168 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W168
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Unscrew and remove the wheel arch cover fasteners. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel arch cover.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Mercedes W168 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  14. Step 15
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W168. Tip:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  15. Step 16
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
  16. Step 17
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    Install the fastening bolt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Mercedes W168 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
  17. Step 18
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 19
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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