Change Car Shock Absorbers Mercedes-Benz GLA
Change Car Shock Absorbers
Easy
2h30
~250£
| Estimated time | 2h30 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~250£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
GLA 2014-2019 9
|
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 2h30 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 2h00 |
What is the function of Mercedes-Benz GLA shock absorbers?
The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.
When should you change the Mercedes-Benz GLA shock absorbers?
Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.
Is it difficult to change Mercedes-Benz GLA shock absorbers?
Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLA 2014-2019 | 2014-2019 | 180 CDI Diesel (607.951 (K9K)), 180 Petrol (270.910), 180/200 Petrol (270.910), 200 CDI, -4MATIC Diesel (651.930), 220 CDI, -4MATIC Diesel (651.930), 220 CDI, -4MATIC Diesel (651.930), 220, -4MATIC Petrol (270.920), 250, -4MATIC Petrol (270.920), 45 AMG 4MATIC Petrol (133.980), … | Diesel, Petrol |
| GLA 2020-2025 | 2020-2025 | 180 D Diesel (654.920), 180 Petrol (282.914), 200 D Diesel (654.920), 200, -4MATIC Petrol (282.914), 220 d, -4MATIC Diesel (654.920), 250 e Electricity,Petrol (282.914), 250, -4MATIC Petrol (260.920), 35 AMG 4MATIC Petrol (260.920), 45 AMG S 4MATIC+ Petrol (139.980) | Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
