Symptoms
A loud thump over bumps, uneven ride height, especially after cold weather.
The fix, step by step
- Replace springs in axle pairs.
- If you’re lifting the truck anyway, this is the moment to fit a lift spring kit (2-inch kits are common for the W463) with matched shocks.
Tools & part numbers
- Springs (pairs)
- jack and stands
- spring compressor if required by your setup
- new shocks recommended
Where to buy the parts
Mubea rear coil spring 460 324 07 04 (OE rate)FCP Euro ↗Amazon ↗
ARB/OME coil springs for 50 mm lift, W463GwagenParts.com ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.