Change Car Shock Absorbers Mercedes-Benz GLE
Change Car Shock Absorbers
Easy
4h00–8h00
~400–800£
| Estimated time | 4h00–8h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~400–800£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 4h00–8h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 3h00–5h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers Air suspension | 3h30–5h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers Standard air suspension | 3h30–4h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers Standard suspension | 4h00 |
What is the function of Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 GLE 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 GLE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLE 2015-2019 | 2015-2019 | 250d/300d Diesel (651.960), 320 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 350 d BlueTEC 4MATIC Diesel (642.826), 400 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 43 AMG Petrol (276.821), 450 / AMG 43 4MATIC Petrol (276.821), 500 4MATIC Petrol (278.928), 500 4MATIC Petrol (278.928), 500 e 4MATIC Electricity,Petrol (… | Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
| GLE 2019-2025 | 2019-2025 | 300 d Diesel (654.920), 300 d EQ Boost 4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Diesel (654.820), 350 d 4MATIC Diesel (656.929), 350 de 4MATIC Diesel,Electricity (654.920), 350 e 4MATIC Electricity,Petrol (274.920), 400 d 4MATIC Diesel (656.929), 450 EQ Boost 4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (256.930), 580 EQ… | 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol |
