REPAIR MAINTENANCE OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Mercedes-Benz G-Class (W463, 1999 issue)

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Mercedes-Benz
	G-class
		Introduction
		Controls and operation receptions
		Current care and maintenance
		Engine
		System of cooling, heating, ventilation and air conditioning
		The power supply system and exhaust
		Systems of an electric motor
		Automatic Transmission
		Transmission Line
		Brakes and auxiliary systems
		Suspension and steering
			Specifications
			Front suspension
				Overview
				Removal and installation of the front axle assembly
				Removal, check and installation of the front shock absorbers
				Removal and installation of the front suspension springs
				Removing and installing front stabilizer bar
				Removing and installing trailing arm suspension
				Replacing the rubber bushings of the trailing arm
			Rear suspension
			Steering
			The suspension geometry
		Body
		Onboard electric
		Wiring

Removal, check and installation of the front shock absorbers

Location of the top support of the right front shock absorber

Location of the top support of the left front shock absorber

The design of the lower strut

PERFORMANCE ORDER

Release nut (arrow) and remove the screw from the top strut.
Under the car, release the nut (1), then remove the plate (2) with a rubber sleeve (3) and release the shock from the lower support bracket (4).
Remove the shock absorber holders (5 and 6), the rubber bearing (7) and spacer sleeve (8).
Assess the rubber components of the failed elements replace.
Inspect the damper for evidence of leakage from the shaft collar workers, if necessary, prepare a removable assembly.
Installation is in the reverse order. Ensure that the fixture has been tightened with demanded effort.