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Old 02-23-2011, 08:19 PM
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Broken Shock Absorber ML 500

I have a 2002 ML500 with 100,000 miles. Recently I found that the passenger side shock absorber has broken off at the upper mount in the engine bay. I was wondering if this has happened to anyone before? If so is this a normal problem to have?

Additionaly, I recently had an alignment done at the dealership and was wondering if this could have caused the shock mount to fail.
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happen to me once on my 99. didnt even know it till I brought it to the shop for an oil change. Then, I was thinking of a moment I went dukes of hazard style off a slight incline. Had to be the moment the shock broke. Luckily it was under warranty so they fixed it.
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Most likely gonna have to replace the front shocks. Any suggestions????
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in order of preference

1.OEM
2.bilistein
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Was looking online found some Blistiens shocks for $190 and KYB GR-2 for $71 a piece. For the price, does anyone know if the KYB's are anygood?

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