rear suspension of 230TE

The suspension is like riding a horse. There is no hydraulic oil leakage. whats the cause. have change all four springs.problem exist. mechanic advised to change rear suspension system. am sceptical. please advise

[Benzmac]

If it is the hyraulic type suspension, change the accumulators and the problem should be resolved.

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Thanks, i had the air released from the two nuts on both sides not sure whats its called anyway the bouncing is tremendously reduced.
You advised to change accumulators.What is it anyway. Please desribe. Anyway my location is in KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA.
Thanks again.

230TE self levelling suspension. Do i need to replace the ZH-M hydraulic fluid to stop the bouncing even after i have released the air cells? please advise. thanks.

[Aaron]

The accumulators are the "air cells". They are nitrogen-charged. I would replace them, and flush the system, install a new filter in the fluid resirvoir, and refill with Aral 1010 oil. Hope this helps!

Rgds,
Aaron Greenberg
Mercedes-Benz technician
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[This message has been edited by Aaron (edited 08-10-1999).]