Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6 16V bivalent, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 (FC01, FC0A, FC0F), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.4 (FC0C, FC0B, FC0H, FC0M), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) D 55 1.9 (FC0D), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) D 65 1.9 (FC0E, FC02, FC0J, FC0N), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.9 dTi (FC0U), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6 16V 4x4 (FC0L, FC0P, FC0S), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.9 dCi 4x4 (FC0V), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 16V (FC05, FC0W, FC1D, FC1P, FC1K, FC0T), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6 16V, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC07, FC1R), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC1R), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC08, FC09), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.9 dCi (FC0V), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC1G), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC1E), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 (FC1A), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Strut Mount for KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) and other RENAULT models
Tools
Replacement: strut mount – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #14
Combination spanner #19
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 21
HEX bit No.H6.
Wheel impact socket #19
Pin punch
Hammer
Tap wrench
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). AUTODOC recommends:
  • All mounts of the front shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Remove the shock strut mount cap. Use a crowbar.
  2. Step 4
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a combination spanner #21. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  3. Step 5
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  4. Step 6
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  5. Step 7
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_)
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 10
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    Clean the shock strut fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 11
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 12
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces). Use a hammer. Use a pin punch.
  11. Step 14
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    Unscrew the upper fastening of the shock absorber strut. Use a drive socket #21.
    Replacement: strut mount – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). Tip:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock strut when undoing the fastening bolts.
  12. Step 15
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  13. Step 16
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). 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.
  14. Step 17
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    Compress the spring.
  15. Step 18
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a combination spanner #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 19
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    Remove the top strut mount.
  17. Step 20
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    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  18. Step 21
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a combination spanner #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 60 Nm torque.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  19. Step 22
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    Decompress the spring.
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