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

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @hertittys
    @hertittys 3 года назад +22

    if you loosen the inner bolt of the control arm you will need to do an wheel alignment afterwards, there is no reason to loosen any of the arms or ball joint, just second person and a crowbar, press lower control arm down a little and the strut should be able to go out freely

  • @kierenhawksworth4480
    @kierenhawksworth4480 Год назад +2

    Stop turning the torque wrench as soon as it clicks. Adding an extra 1/4 turn afterwards adds a HUGE amount more torque to the bolt. That will overcompress the joint and risk breaking the bolt - as well as making it more difficult when you come to disassemble it.
    I love the way these videos are created though, great camera angles, very easy to see which parts you’re working on 😊

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  Год назад

      We are glad that you like our work. Thanks for the clarification, we'll think about what we can do with this in new videos.

    • @JPGtampa
      @JPGtampa Год назад

      On a lot of these bolts, Mercedes calls for a certain amount of Nm followed by an additional number of degrees turn. Check the repair manual if you don't believe me.

  • @quinnhall24
    @quinnhall24 3 года назад +1

    Very professionally done . Proper vid

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  3 года назад

      Thanks for your positive comment! Stay with us!
      AUTODOC

  • @str8shooter822
    @str8shooter822 2 года назад +1

    Great job on the work and filming,but if you are going to replace the strut and the spring why not purchase the complete assembly already put together. Or was this for video purposes to show us how to remove and replace parts either way great work

  • @gaprocel
    @gaprocel 3 года назад +1

    Clean job thanks for showing

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  3 года назад

      Thanks for your positive comment! Stay with us!

  • @gizawfeleke8062
    @gizawfeleke8062 Год назад

    It is very helpful so thank you for teaching me that was very clean job

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  Год назад

      Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased to know that you liked our video.

  • @fabianquiroz7555
    @fabianquiroz7555 6 месяцев назад

    Good job! Verey helpful!

  • @mzee5533
    @mzee5533 3 года назад

    I’ll be changing my E320 end of this month

  • @markstonefrost3486
    @markstonefrost3486 3 года назад +7

    Not a good idea to spray copper grease on the brake disk even if you then clean it off. Either spray back of wheel or use a brush so you dont grease the friction surface !

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  3 года назад +2

      You are absolutely right. It is important not to spray copper grease on the running surface of the brake disc.
      AUTODOC

  • @SHADOWx472
    @SHADOWx472 3 года назад

    Phenomenal work.

  • @dhomg5875
    @dhomg5875 2 года назад

    pardon not to be impolites but your required tools listing is not listing the correct hyperlink for the copper grease spray your mechanic is using.. i searched frame by frame to find the correct product.. i have also provided the link to the EXACT spray the mechanic is holding in his hand. thanks for updating the original post

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  2 года назад

      If there is a question for technical experts in this context, please rephrasE your question and we will be able to assist you.
      AUTODOC

    • @dhomg5875
      @dhomg5875 2 года назад

      @@autodocuk oh yes.. thank you.. what is the correct copper grease your tech is spraying in this video.. it isnt chain grease

  • @carlosalbertofontainhas1301
    @carlosalbertofontainhas1301 3 года назад

    Good job.

  • @ornatehammer661
    @ornatehammer661 3 года назад

    Cooper grease isn't necessary if you don't use wyre brush, right?

  • @mohdamil8833
    @mohdamil8833 2 года назад

    good job

  • @simwinji
    @simwinji 10 месяцев назад

    Hello I changed the shock absorbers and lower control arms on my 4 magic e280, I then noticed the ride height massively increased the mechanic said it’ll go back to normal after a few drives it’s been 3 weeks but still no signs of it lowering is this normal?

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  10 месяцев назад

      It is not possible to answer your question so that we recommend you to consult your mechanic.

    • @whlawson5812
      @whlawson5812 2 месяца назад

      Hello, was your problem due to the snap ring, on the shock, being placed at the highest grove located on the body of the shock?. How many rungs did you lower down the snap ring if you have done so?

  • @quinnhall24
    @quinnhall24 2 года назад +1

    That’s fine but what about a 4matic example

  • @MihaitaMYG
    @MihaitaMYG 9 месяцев назад

    On that shock you can adjust the high?😮

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  9 месяцев назад

      Hi, in order to adjust the height you need special shock absorbers (coilovers) for example BIlstein b16 and it isn't possible to change the height using standard shock absorbers.

  • @vladimiraleksandrov8097
    @vladimiraleksandrov8097 3 года назад

    Hi. What is the actual make and model of coil spring compressor used in that video. Thanks

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  3 года назад

      To answer your question, we need more data about your vehicle, please contact our support team and we will definitely try to help you.
      AUTODOC

    • @vladimiraleksandrov8097
      @vladimiraleksandrov8097 3 года назад

      @@autodocuk hi. What is your contact email address please?

  • @omnisentinel
    @omnisentinel Год назад

    I own two vehicles, a mercedes e320 (my wife wanted it) and my 2000 Dodge Durango.. I have never had to know rocket science to work on my Dodge. I think that Mercedes gets a kick out of making the Mercedes the biggest pain in the ass to work on.. Hell, you even need expensive ass lugnuts for the damn tires.. >

  • @alexey9900
    @alexey9900 3 года назад

    Good 👍👍👍

  • @veronicalouise511
    @veronicalouise511 2 года назад

    Is there a vid with original shocks?

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  2 года назад

      Thank you for your comment. We will definitely take this into account when shooting new videos and further replacements of these parts.
      We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
      AUTODOC

  • @robertoquijandria
    @robertoquijandria 7 месяцев назад

    Where did you get the spring compressor tool?

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  7 месяцев назад +1

      You can have a look at the options by clicking on the link here:
      www.autodoc.co.uk/spares-search?keyword=comoressor&categories%5B%5D=4554%7C4879

    • @robertoquijandria
      @robertoquijandria 7 месяцев назад

      @@autodocuk just realized it’s in the UK, I’m in the US. Bummer, thanks anyways!

    • @robertoquijandria
      @robertoquijandria 5 дней назад

      Follow up question, what is the socket called at 3:39 with the “nut” shaped top? I can’t find them anywhere. Thanks

  • @richieramdhanie7306
    @richieramdhanie7306 Год назад

    ID on the wheels of the car? They look sick

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  Год назад

      Thanks for your feedback! Please clarify or rephrase your question.

    • @richieramdhanie7306
      @richieramdhanie7306 Год назад

      What are the name of the wheels? I wanted to know so I can buy some for my W211

  • @kacperlewandowski9854
    @kacperlewandowski9854 Год назад

    Undo top arm ballpoint and done. He did triple job here . Ussles . Labour 500$😊

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  Год назад

      This video contains only tips and recommendations that may be useful when repairing a car or replacing parts.

  • @researchmines2206
    @researchmines2206 5 месяцев назад

    so much easier to change on the airmatic

  • @elnegroacostapereyra6842
    @elnegroacostapereyra6842 2 года назад +2

    too much many unnecessary parts u guys took out, all you need to remove is just the upper 3 nuts, upper control arm ball joint and lower strut bolt.

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing your experience, it will be very useful information for us and our viewers.

    • @Yamer2008
      @Yamer2008 2 года назад

      Noted

  • @donegal2010able
    @donegal2010able 3 года назад

    Scariest shocks ever to do with clamps could loose a face very easily.

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  3 года назад

      Can you please specify or rephrase your question?

    • @autodocuk
      @autodocuk  3 года назад

      Can you please specify or rephrase your question?

  • @dn0682
    @dn0682 3 года назад +8

    This is by far the worst approach to change the struts as you only need to undo top balljoint and not the bottom arm to mess up the tracking. Guys is wrong stop uploading video like that as a diy person wil end up having hard time to do it.

    • @DieselPurge
      @DieselPurge 3 года назад +1

      Thx for letting me know

    • @serbancordis3416
      @serbancordis3416 2 года назад +1

      not even the upper balljoint is required for removal, you just need to wiggle the control arm , twist the shock and the shock will be out!

    • @fabtube7177
      @fabtube7177 6 месяцев назад +1

      Fr they acting like i have a whole ass lift in my garage