Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.5 D (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.5 TD (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.2 i (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.4 i (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.4 Si (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.6 GSI 16V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.4 i 16V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.6 i 16V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.7 D (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.0 i 12V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.2 i 16V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.2 i (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.4 i 16V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.6 i 16V (F08, F68, M68), OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.4 (F08, F68, M68) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on OPEL CORSA S93 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 6
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit no.H5.
HEX bit no.H6.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa S93 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    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
    Clean the shock strut fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 4
    Opel Corsa S93 1.2 i 16V (F08, F68, M68) 1995 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Loosen the upper fasteners of the suspension strut. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. Tip:
    Do not completely unscrew the upper fasteners as they may hold also other suspension components.
  4. Step 5
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove OPEL CORSA 1.5 TD (F08, F68, M68) 1997 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Shock Absorber on OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1998: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Opel Corsa S93
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor wiring bracket. Use a drive socket #6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa S93 1993 1.0 i 12V (F08, F68, M68) by yourself
    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  13. Step 14
    How to change Shock Absorber on OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1995 - tips and tricks
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the suspension strut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Opel Corsa S93 1996 1.5 TD (F08, F68, M68) Shock Absorber
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  15. Step 16
    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
    Step 17
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    Unscrew the upper fasteners of the shock strut.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Opel Corsa S93 – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  16. Step 18
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa S93 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the suspension strut.
  17. Step 19
    How to replace OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.0 i 12V (F08, F68, M68) 1994 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Set the suspension strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. 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 20
    Opel Corsa S93 1.2 i 16V (F08, F68, M68) 1995 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Compress the spring.
  19. Step 21
    Changing Shock Absorber on OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.2 i (F08, F68, M68) 1996 by yourself
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 22
    How to remove OPEL CORSA 1.5 TD (F08, F68, M68) 1997 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #19.
  21. Step 23
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. Tip:
    Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  22. Step 24
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    Release the coil spring.
  23. Step 25
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    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
  24. Step 26
    Changing of Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa S93 2001 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the spring.
  25. Step 27
    OPEL CORSA 1.4 Si (F08, F68, M68) Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Corsa S93. AUTODOC recommends:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  26. Step 28
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa S93 1993 1.0 i 12V (F08, F68, M68) by yourself
    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  27. Step 29
    Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1.5 TD (F08, F68, M68) 1994 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  28. Step 30
    How to change Shock Absorber on OPEL Corsa B Hatchback (S93) 1995 - tips and tricks
    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  29. Step 31
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Opel Corsa S93 1996 1.5 TD (F08, F68, M68) Shock Absorber
    Compress the spring.
  30. Step 32
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  31. Step 33
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Corsa S93 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H5. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 55 nm torque.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
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