Lift and support the rear axle of the vehicle while wearing your safety glasses. You have to remove the tires to perform this job and it does make access much easier since you may not have access to an automotive lift. See our tech article on Jacking and Supporting Your Vehicle and Removing the Rear Tires.
The procedure to replace the rear coil springs are the same for both the left and right side. In these pictures we are working on the right side. Keep in mind all the steps apply to both sides. It is recommended you replace both sides at the same time to keep your handling neutral.
Remember your car may have been serviced before and parts replaced with different size fasteners used in the replacement. The sizes of the nuts and bolts we give may be different from what you have so be prepared with different size sockets and wrenches.
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Time: 4 hours
Tab: $400
Tools: T12 twelve point socket :[ Ссылка ], T55 Torx socket, E40 external Torx socket :[ Ссылка ], 16mm wrench :[ Ссылка ] and socket with ratchet.
Applicable Models: Mercedes-Benz W211 (2003-09) :[ Ссылка ]
Parts Required: Rear coil spring :[ Ссылка ]
Hot Tip: Spray fasteners with penetrating oil to help make them easier to remove
Performance Gain: Restore proper ride height and ride
Complementary Modification: Install performance lower springs at all four corners
