380SL (107.045) V8-3.8L (116.960) (1982)
in shock absorber rests against operating piston, the attachment of operating piston to piston rod may become loose. The gas pressure
would then suddenly extend piston rod and the oil in shock absorber would flow out (risk of an accident).
11 Upper shock absorber suspension
40 Coolant expansion tank
Note:
When removing the righthand front shock absorber on model 107, unscrew coolant expansion tank first.
2. Loosen lower shock absorber suspension. For this purpose, unscrew hex. nuts (arrow) on lower control arm,
3. Press-in shock absorber piston rod and remove shock absorber.
4. Remove suspension parts: