Mercedes X117 Rear Shock Strut Left Right N/O/S Damper Absorber A1763202731

Mercedes X117 Rear Shock Strut Left Right N/O/S Damper Absorber is an original component from the Shock absorbers and struts group, designed for use on the vehicle's rear axle. It ensures stable handling, body control, and predictable vehicle behavior under typical road conditions. This is a solution for users who expect consistency with the factory Mercedes suspension characteristics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1763202731
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1763202731
• Substitutable numbers: A1763202731, A 176 320 27 31
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Shocks, Struts & Assemblies

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented shock absorber is designed for installation on the rear axle, with the possibility of application on both the left and right sides. This solution facilitates part selection during suspension service – one type of component can serve both sides, which simplifies the replacement process and reduces the risk of installation errors.

Thanks to its precise fit to the Mercedes X117 suspension design, the component works in harmony with other system parts, ensuring proper vibration damping characteristics and body stability during acceleration, braking, and traversing uneven surfaces.

Operating characteristics and benefits of installation

The shock absorber is responsible for the controlled damping of spring movements and limiting body roll. In practice, this translates into:

• more predictable vehicle behavior in corners,
• better tire-to-road contact,
• reduced body sway on uneven surfaces,
• more stable braking system operation due to reduced rear-end dive.

Its original origin from the Mercedes brand helps maintain factory handling parameters, which is important from both a safety and driving comfort perspective.

Component condition and service application

The product is in the Shock absorbers and struts category and is offered as a used part, which allows for economical suspension system repair while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's original specifications. It serves as a replacement in the event of factory shock absorber wear, leaks, or deterioration of damping characteristics.

Due to its dedicated purpose for the rear axle, on both the left and right sides, the component can be used both for single-sided repair and for replacing a pair of shock absorbers to achieve uniform suspension performance.

Selection and integration with the suspension system

The shock absorber is part of the system responsible for vehicle safety and stability, therefore its selection should be based on compliance with the manufacturer's markings. The product has an assigned OEM part number and corresponding interchangeable numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification with a specific body version and suspension configuration.

For users who want to better understand the role of shock absorbers in the entire chassis system and the relationships between them and control arms and stabilizers, the following guide will be helpful: Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers. The article explains how to maintain key suspension components in various car models.

Support for Mercedes suspension service expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear suspension area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional shock absorbers, complete struts, or related mounts, check out the available parts in the Mercedes shock absorbers and struts category.