How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.8 16V VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible
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How to change front strut mount on VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Convertible (T98) – replacement guide

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Replacement: strut mount – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 9
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 18
Combination spanner #17
Combination spanner #18
Combination spanner #19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat screwdriver
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Fender cover
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible. Professionals recommend:
  • 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 – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible. Take the following 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
    Remove the shock strut mount cap. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Step 4
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the shock absorber mount fastening. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #9. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 6
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 7
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 8
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 9
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: strut mount – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 10
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 11
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the shock strut, and those connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 12
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    Unscrew the nut and remove the stabilizer rod from the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 13
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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 tap wrench.
  9. Step 14
    Changing of Strut Mount on VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible 2004 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  10. Step 15
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    Remove the fastener attaching the brake hose to the shock strut.
  11. Step 16
    Replacing Strut Mount on VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible 2001 1.8 16V by yourself
    Disconnect the brake hose holder from the shock absorber strut. Use a flat screwdriver.
  12. Step 17
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 18
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    Unscrew the upper fastening of the shock absorber strut. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #9.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible
  14. Step 19
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  15. Step 20
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible. 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.
  16. Step 21
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    Compress the spring.
  17. Step 22
    How to replace VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Convertible (T98) 1.8 16V 2002 Strut Mount - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a drive socket #9.
  18. Step 23
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop. Use a crowbar.
  19. Step 24
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    Install the new mount, boot, and bump stop on the shock absorber.
  20. Step 25
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a drive socket #9. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 50 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Convertible. Tip:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment. Important! Be sure to use new fasteners.
  21. Step 26
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    Decompress the spring.
  22. Step 27
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    Remove the assembled shock strut.
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