380SEC (126.043) V8-3.8L (116.963) (1982)
Note:
The rear shock absorbers serve simultaneously as the extension stop for the rear wheels. For this reason, only release shock absorbers when
vehicle is standing on wheels or, if vehicle is jacked up, when semi-trailing arm is supported. When damaged the shock absorbers can be
replaced separately regardless of the brand. It is only necessary for the shock absorber versions to coincide according to the color code,
e.g. 1 blue lengthwise stripe or 1 blue crosswise stripe.
Caution:
When removing the shock absorber with the vehicle jacked up and load relieved on the half- axles ensure that the piston rod does not turn
while loosening the top mount. Since the extension stop in the shock absorber is against the operating piston in this state, the connection
between the operating piston and piston rod could loosen. This would result in sudden extension of the piston rod and expulsion of the oil
in the shock absorber.
Removal
1. Remove rear seat and backrest.
2. Remove cover (87) from rear wall.
75a
Hex. nuts
75b
Washer
75c
Rubber ring
3. Screw hex. nuts off of upper mount and remove washer and rubber ring.