How to Replace Hood Shocks Mercedes-Benz - E, S, C, ML, CLK Class

How to Replace Hood Shocks Mercedes-Benz - E, S, C, ML, CLK Class Is your Mercedes hood refusing to stay up, or worse—falling on your head while you work? The hydraulic hood struts (shocks) eventually lose their gas pressure and need to be replaced. In this DIY tutorial, we show you the quick and easy process of removing and replacing the hood support struts on several popular Mercedes-Benz chassis. The process is nearly identical for the E-Class, S-Class, C-Class, and CLK. We demonstrate how to safely support the hood, release the metal retaining clips, and snap the new struts into place. This is one of the easiest and most important maintenance tasks you can do to ensure your safety under the hood. In this video, we cover: Safety First: How to safely prop the hood so it doesn't fall during the swap. Clip Removal: Using a small screwdriver to release the tension clips. Service Position: Using the built-in Mercedes hinge lock to hold the hood at 90 degrees. Installation: Snapping the new gas struts onto the ball joints correctly. Testing: Verifying the struts can hold the weight and assist in opening the hood. Applicable Models (Global Petrol & Diesel/CDI): E-Class: W210 (1996–2002), W211 (2003–2009) — E220 CDI, E270 CDI, E320, E500, E55 AMG C-Class: W202 (1994–2000), W203 (2001–2007) — C220 CDI, C230, C240, C320 S-Class: W220 (1999–2005) — S320 CDI, S430, S500, S600 CLK-Class: W208 (1998–2003) — CLK230, CLK320, CLK430 ML-Class: W163 (1998–2005) — ML270 CDI, ML320, ML430, ML500 Our Most Popular Videos: ► Bumper Repair: https://goo.gl/XBe4Sh ► Missing Wheel Lock: https://goo.gl/5n4a5i ► Bearing Replacement: https://goo.gl/JSNDnZ ► Restore Headlights: https://goo.gl/qVhDkf Best Scanner Tools That We Recommend: ► Cheap Scanner: https://amzn.to/3P97nEv ► Advanced Scanner: https://amzn.to/4iTXhFc ► Advanced Scanner: https://amzn.to/41Lgv9P ► Professional Scanner: https://amzn.to/3VWJnYL Best Tools That We Recommend: ► Tool Set: https://amzn.to/4gPS8vE ► Tool Set 2: https://amzn.to/41SEq79 ► Torx Set: https://amzn.to/3DsPGwV ► Reverse Torx Set: https://amzn.to/3BHGAfk ► Screwdriver Set 1: https://amzn.to/3ZPkvn8 ► Screwdriver Set 2: https://amzn.to/49TR73F ► Oxygen Sensor Socket: https://amzn.to/3BNmEYn ► Oxygen Sensor Socket Set: https://amzn.to/4gracwH ► Torque Wrench 3/8: https://amzn.to/3BL7HWG ► Torque Wrench 1/2: https://amzn.to/4iOrTaW ► Wrench Set: https://amzn.to/3Pco81u ► Off Set Box Wrench: https://amzn.to/3Pafb8Q ► Voltmeter: https://amzn.to/4gKJ1MM Best Engine Oils That We Have Used: ► Mobil 1: https://amzn.to/4gAwegn ► Castrol Edge: https://amzn.to/408MXlf ► Liqui Moly: https://amzn.to/409VkNi ► Oil Filter 1: https://amzn.to/4iNY1LV ► Oil Filter 2: https://amzn.to/3DsRbLz ► Oil Filter 3: https://amzn.to/41Rdhl0 Fuses: ► Best Assorted Fuses: https://amzn.to/4gwCo12 ► Standard Fuses: https://amzn.to/3ZQj6N1 ► Mini Blade Fuses: https://amzn.to/3WifXor ► Jcase Fuses: https://amzn.to/3VVtOAK ► Low Profile Fuses: https://amzn.to/40ayXao ► Mcase Fuses: https://amzn.to/41UAqmR #MercedesRepair, #HoodStruts, #HoodShocks, #MercedesDIY, #W211, #W210, #W220, #W203, #EClass, #SClass, #CClass, #DIYCarRepair, #MercedesParts ► Like Us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/worldmechanicsofficialpage ► Our Website: http://mechaniclifestyle.com ► Our Baby Girl Channel: https://goo.gl/WiVs8Y ► Our Second Car Channel: https://goo.gl/XB6fHq ► Honest Product Review Channel: https://goo.gl/sMPQXk ► LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for MORE DIY VIDEOS that could SAVE YOU BIG $$$$$$$ !!! This is not a sponsored video. Everything is purchased by us! The video is meant for entertainment purposes only. Do not Attempt! AMAZON ASSOCIATES DISCLOSURE Auto Repair Guys is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com *Disclaimer We, Auto Repair Guys, are not responsible for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Information given in this video does not guarantee the desired outcome. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of the tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Auto Repair Guys.