How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.7 D Opel Combo B
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How to change front strut mount on OPEL COMBO (71_) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – OPEL COMBO (71_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – OPEL COMBO (71_). 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – OPEL COMBO (71_) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: strut mount – OPEL COMBO (71_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 9
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  8. Step 10
    Lower the car.
    Step 11
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 12
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 13
    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 14
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    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    OPEL COMBO (71_) – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  9. Step 15
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  10. Step 16
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – OPEL COMBO (71_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  11. Step 17
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    Compress the spring.
  12. Step 18
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 19
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a flat screwdriver. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 20
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – OPEL COMBO (71_). Tip:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  15. Step 21
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    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  16. Step 22
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a flat screwdriver. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 55 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – OPEL COMBO (71_). Professionals recommend:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  17. Step 23
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    Decompress the spring.
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