Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.4 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.0 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.4 LPG (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.0 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.2 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.4 LPG (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.7 CDTI (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.6 Turbo (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.2 LPG (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.4 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.7 CDTI (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.2 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.2 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.4 (L08, L68), OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.6 Turbo (L08, L68) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on OPEL CORSA D [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for Corsa D Hatchback (S07) and other OPEL models
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Shock absorber
How to change Suspension Strut on Opel Corsa D 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #15
Combination spanner #18
Torx bit T30
Torx bit T40
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Shock absorber socket #9
Clip removal tool
Crow bar
Rubber mallet
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Both shock struts of the front suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Opel Corsa D – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the cowl grille seal.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the windscreen wiper arm nut covers. Use a clip removal tool.
  5. Step 5
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    Treat the wiper arm fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 6
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the windscreen wiper arms. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the wiper arms.
  8. Step 8
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    Raise up and remove the cowl grille.
  9. Step 9
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 10
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a shock absorber socket №9 Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  12. Step 12
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  13. Step 13
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the wheel.
  16. Step 16
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 17
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #15. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  18. Step 18
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  19. Step 19
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    Remove the brake hose retaining clip.
  20. Step 20
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    Disconnect the brake hose. Use a crowbar.
  21. Step 21
    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.
    Step 22
    How to replace Shock Absorber on OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 2011: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  22. Step 23
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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.
  23. Step 24
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  24. Step 25
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  25. Step 26
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  26. Step 27
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa D 2007 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68) by yourself
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Opel Corsa D
  27. Step 28
    Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68) 2008 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the suspension strut.
  28. Step 29
    How to change Shock Absorber on OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 2009 - tips and tricks
    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  29. Step 30
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    Compress the spring.
  30. Step 31
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  31. Step 32
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa D 2006 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a shock absorber socket №9 Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  32. Step 33
    How to replace OPEL Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68) 2007 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the top strut mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  33. Step 34
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    Release the coil spring.
  34. Step 35
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    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
  35. Step 36
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    Remove the spring.
  36. Step 37
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    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. Tip:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  37. Step 38
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    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  38. Step 39
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  39. Step 40
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  40. Step 41
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    Compress the spring.
  41. Step 42
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  42. Step 43
    Corsa D Hatchback (S07) 1.3 CDTI (L08, L68) 2008 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #18. Use Torx T40. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 50 Nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa D. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  43. Step 44
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    Decompress the spring.
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