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Silver metal rear shock absorber cylinder with mounting eyelets and piston rod

Unity

Unity 12-517000 Rear Shock Absorber

SKU CH-GA0B-2EK7Y

Twin-tube gas-charged rear shock absorber replaces OE units on 2012-2017 Mercedes-Benz GL and ML models excluding Active Dampening Suspension

  • Direct OE replacement for 2012-2017 Mercedes models
  • Twin-tube gas-charged design restores factory ride quality
  • 50 years of aftermarket suspension expertise behind every unit
  • Excludes Active Dampening Suspension for precise fitment
  • Trouble-free installation engineered for long-lasting reliability

Compatible Models

This rear shock absorber fits 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350, GL450, GL550 and GL63 AMG models. It also covers 2012-2015 ML350, ML550 and ML63 AMG variants plus 2016-2017 GLE series vehicles. The part is a direct OE replacement manufactured by Unity Automotive.

Suspension Exclusion

The critical specification is the exclusion of Active Dampening Suspension (ADS) equipped vehicles. This twin-tube gas charged shock will not function correctly on models with ADS. Verify your vehicle suspension type before ordering to ensure proper fitment.

Ideal For Standard Suspension

Suitable for owners replacing worn original shocks on the listed Mercedes models with conventional suspension. Buyers whose vehicles have Active Dampening Suspension should look elsewhere as this unit lacks the electronic controls required for that system.

Highlights

  • Direct OE replacement for 2012-2017 Mercedes models
  • Twin-tube gas-charged design restores factory ride quality
  • 50 years of aftermarket suspension expertise behind every unit
  • Excludes Active Dampening Suspension for precise fitment
  • Trouble-free installation engineered for long-lasting reliability

Specifications

BrandUNITY

Questions about this item

What does the twin-tube gas-charged design mean for daily driving on a 2013-2016 GL450?

The twin-tube gas-charged construction is engineered as a direct OE replacement to restore original ride control and damping performance on the listed GL and ML models.

How does the exclusion of Active Dampening Suspension (ADS) affect fitment on a 2016 GLE?

This shock fits 2016-2017 GLE models only when the vehicle is not equipped with Active Dampening Suspension; ADS-equipped models require a different unit.

What mounting hardware is needed to install this rear shock on a 2012-2015 ML350?

The shock is designed as a direct replacement using the vehicle's existing upper and lower mounting points; no additional brackets or adapters are required.

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