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Change Car Shock Absorbers Mercedes-Benz Vito Combi

Change Car Shock Absorbers

Easy 3h30–4h00 ~350–400£
Estimated time 3h30–4h00
Estimated labour cost ~350–400£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Vito Combi 2003-2016 14
  • 109 CDI Diesel (646.980)
  • 109 CDI Diesel (646.983)
  • 111 CDI Diesel (646.980)
  • 111 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (646.982)
  • 113 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (651.940)
  • 115 CDI Diesel (646.980)
  • 115 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (646.982)
  • 116 CDI, -4x4 Diesel (651.940)
  • 119 Petrol (112.951)
  • 120 CDI Diesel (642.990)
  • 122 CDI Diesel (642.890)
  • 122 Petrol (112.951)
  • 123 Petrol (112.976)
  • 126 Petrol (272.978)
Renew both front shock absorbers 3h30–4h00
Renew both rear shock absorbers 1h30

What is the function of Mercedes-Benz Vito Combi 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 Vito Combi 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 Vito Combi 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.