Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.0, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.6, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.3, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.3, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.6 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.25 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.25 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) ST150, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.3 ROCAM View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change strut mount on FORD FIESTA V Van [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit no.H6.
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Pliers
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All mounts of the front shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Strut Mount replacement on Ford Fiesta Mk5 1.6 16V 2007 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #15. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  9. Step 9
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    Take out the retainer clip and move the brake hose out of the bracket on the shock strut. Use a flat screwdriver. Use pliers.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a hammer.
  13. Step 13
    How to change Strut Mount on FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 2003 - tips and tricks
    Lower the car. Open the bonnet.
  14. Step 14
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Ford Fiesta Mk5 2004 ST150 2.0 Strut Mount
    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 16
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    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount. Use a combination spanner #13.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Ford Fiesta V JH JD
  16. Step 17
    How to change Strut Mount on Ford Fiesta Mk5 2001 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the suspension strut.
  17. Step 18
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  18. Step 19
    Ford Fiesta Mk5 1.4 16V 2003 Strut Mount replacement: free workshop manuals
    Compress the spring.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Strut Mount on FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.25 16V 2004 by yourself
    Remove the shock strut mount cap.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove FORD FIESTA ST150 2.0 2005 Strut Mount - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  21. Step 22
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a combination spanner #19. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  22. Step 23
    How hard is it to do yourself: Strut Mount replacement on Ford Fiesta Mk5 1.6 16V 2007 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the top mount of the shock absorber strut together with the mount bearing. Use a flat screwdriver.
  23. Step 24
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    Remove the top strut mount.
  24. Step 25
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    Install a new shock absorber strut mount into the mount bearing.
  25. Step 26
    FORD FIESTA 1.4 TDCi Strut Mount replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing. Use a crowbar.
  26. Step 27
    Replacing Strut Mount on Ford Fiesta Mk5 2001 1.4 TDCi by yourself
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 48 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  27. Step 28
    Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) ST150 2.0 2002 Strut Mount DIY replacement workshop manual
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
  28. Step 29
    How to change Strut Mount on FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 2003 - tips and tricks
    Install the shock strut mount cap.
  29. Step 30
    Decompress the spring.
    Step 31
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Ford Fiesta Mk5 2004 ST150 2.0 Strut Mount
    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  30. Step 32
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    Install the shock strut into the wheel arch.
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