Vehicle Fitment & Part Details
This MONROE front shock absorber for Mercedes-Benz M-Class (W163) cross-references OE A1633260800 and carries manufacturer part number D8018S. It has a gas-pressure twin-tube telescopic design with bottom-eye and top-pin mounting. Confirm compatibility by matching the listed fitment details and OEM reference numbers supplied. Verify VIN/engine.
Key Details
- SKU
- D8018S
- Component
- Shock Absorber
- Position
- Front
- Brand
- MONROE
- Part MPN
- D8018S
- GTIN / Barcode / EAN
- 5412096769108
- Primary Fitment
- Mercedes-Benz M-Class W163 (02/1998-06/2005)
- Specs
- MONROE ADVENTURE; gas pressure; telescopic shock absorber; bottom eye and top pin mounting; twin-tube; length 345 / 378 mm; bore diameter 35 mm; piston rod diameter 15.8 mm
Listing Highlights
- MONROE ADVENTURE front shock absorber with gas-pressure twin-tube design.
- Bottom-eye and top-pin mounting with 35 mm bore diameter and 15.8 mm piston rod diameter.
- Listed for 8 supplied Mercedes-Benz M-Class W163 applications shown in the vehicle fitment table.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Model | MONROE ADVENTURE |
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| Shock Absorber Type | Gas Pressure |
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| Shock Absorber Design | Telescopic Shock Absorber |
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| Mounting Type | Bottom eye, Top pin |
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| Shock Absorber System | Twin-Tube |
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| Length 1 | 345 mm |
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| Length 2 | 378 mm |
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| Bore Diameter | 35 mm |
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| Piston Rod Diameter | 15.8 mm |
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| Weight | 2.76 kg |
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| Packaging Length | 60 cm |
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| Packaging Width | 7 cm |
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| Packaging Height | 7.2 cm |
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| Brand Class | Premium |
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Vehicle Fitment
This front shock absorber is listed for 8 Mercedes-Benz M-Class W163 applications covering ML 230, ML 320, ML 350, ML 430, ML 500, ML 270 CDI and ML 400 CDI variants, with supplied year coverage from 1998-2005. Use the full table below to confirm model, chassis, year range, engine and power before ordering.
Primary OE references: A1633260800, A1633260200, 1633261100, 1633260400, A1633261100.
| Model | Chassis | Years | Engine | Power |
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| ML 230 (163.136) | W163 | 02/1998-06/2005 | 2.3 Petrol (M 111.977) | 110 kW / 150 PS |
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| ML 320 (163.154) | W163 | 02/1998-06/2003 | 3.2 Petrol (M 112.942) | 160 kW / 218 PS |
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| ML 350 (163.157) | W163 | 08/2002-06/2005 | 3.7 Petrol (M 112.970) | 180 kW / 245 PS |
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| ML 350 | W163 | 02/2003-06/2005 | 3.7 Petrol (M 112.970) | 173 kW / 235 PS |
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| ML 430 (163.172) | W163 | 02/1998-06/2005 | 4.3 Petrol (M 113.942) | 200 kW / 272 PS |
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| ML 500 (163.175) | W163 | 09/2001-06/2005 | 5.0 Petrol (M 113.964; M 113.965) | 215 kW / 292 PS |
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| ML 270 CDI (163.113) | W163 | 12/1999-06/2005 | 2.7 Diesel (OM 612.963) | 120 kW / 163 PS |
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| ML 400 CDI (163.128) | W163 | 09/2001-06/2005 | 4.0 Diesel (OM 628.963) | 184 kW / 250 PS |
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Fitment Notes
- Always match OEM reference number(s) and vehicle details before ordering. Verify VIN/engine.
OEM Reference Numbers (Mercedes-Benz)
- A1633260800
- A1633260200
- 1633261100
- 1633260400
- A1633261100
- A1633260400
- 1633261200
- 1633260700
- 1633260000
- A1633261200
- A1633260700
- A1633260000
- 1633260800
- 1633260200
Compatibility Verification Notes
- Confirm compatibility using VIN, engine code, chassis / platform, OE reference and original part comparison before ordering.
- Confirm the front position, mounting type, listed dimensions and vehicle fitment details before ordering.
- Fitment data may vary by production date, market, import history and engine variant.
- This listing is for part identification and compatibility checking only. Installation must be carried out according to the vehicle manufacturer's service information by a suitably qualified person.
Common Questions
Will this MONROE front shock absorber fit my Mercedes-Benz M-Class?
This part (D8018S) is listed for the W163 fitments shown on this page. Confirm by matching the fitment details. Verify VIN/engine.
What OEM part numbers does this cross-reference?
Cross-reference numbers are listed in the OEM Reference Numbers section above. Match at least one to your original part before ordering.
What brand is this part?
This listing is for MONROE front shock absorber.
How do I confirm fitment if there are multiple variants?
Compare the supplied fitment details, OE reference numbers, original part details, front position, mounting type and listed dimensions before ordering. Verify VIN/engine.
