How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber B 180 CDI 2.0 (245.207) W245
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 180 CDI (245.207), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 200 CDI (245.208), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 170 (245.232), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 200 TURBO (245.234), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 150 (245.231), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 170 NGT (245.233), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 180 NGT (245.233), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 160 (245.231), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 180 (245.232), MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 200 CDI (245.208) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear shock absorber on MERCEDES-BENZ B200 (W245)  [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 20/04/2020
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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W245. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #H12
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Shock absorber socket DD№6
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W245. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 W245 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the boot lid.
  2. Step 2
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    Remove the clips of the boot side lining.
  3. Step 3
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    Detach the boot side lining.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  5. Step 5
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a shock absorber socket DD#6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 6
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  7. Step 7
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #H12.
  8. Step 8
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W245. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the wheel.
  11. Step 11
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 12
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 13
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  15. Step 15
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W245
  16. Step 16
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    Remove the support from under the arm.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W245. AUTODOC recommends:
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging assemblies and mechanisms.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ B-Class (W245) B 180 CDI 2.0 (245.207) 2006 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  18. Step 18
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    Remove the shock absorber. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W245. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  19. Step 19
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Mercedes W245 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
  20. Step 20
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  21. Step 21
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    Screw in the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  22. Step 22
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    Remove the support from under the arm.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Mercedes W245. Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
  23. Step 23
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
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