How to replace the front strut?

2007 MERCEDES BENZ E500
140,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BHAMDOC1
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This is an 07 Benz E550 but I did not see an option for the 550. It's 4matic. I need to replace the front air strut as it is very bouncy. Driver side.
Feb 26, 2022 at 5:32 PM
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KASEKENNY
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When you say the air strut, I assume you are not talking about the spring because that would not cause a bouncy feeling.

So, I am attaching the info on both the spring and strut just to ensure I give you what is in the manual.

However, here is a video that is on a similar vehicle that will help with this:

https://youtu.be/tXnyEEFlFnA

Please see the attached info and let us know how you make out with this.

Thanks
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Feb 27, 2022 at 6:55 PM
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DIVIDES
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No there isn't a spring on it. Just an air strut. Car is leveled bit when you push down on the hood from that side it is so bouncy, the other 3 are fine.
Feb 27, 2022 at 7:09 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Got it. Thanks for the update. Good to hear from you.
Feb 28, 2022 at 6:00 AM