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How to change front suspension strut on SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.8, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 SDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.8 T, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 2.0, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.4, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.4 16V, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.6, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI, SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2) 1.9 TDI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 13
Combination spanner #18
Combination spanner #19
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit No.H6.
Torque wrench
Copper grease
Wheel impact socket #17
12-point socket 1-3/16”
Flare nut socket №22
Pin punch
Hammer
Shock absorber socket
Hydraulic transmission jack
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Rubber mallet
Wheel chock
Fender cover
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Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Professionals 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.
  • You might need other tools.
Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 4
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    Remove the wheel rim cover.
  2. Step 5
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    Unscrew the hub lock nut. Use 1-3/16" drive 12-point socket.
    Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not unscrew the fastener by more than 90 degrees.
  3. Step 6
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
    Step 7
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 9
    Remove the wheel.
    Step 10
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    Disconnect the wiring and the brake hose from the bracket on the shock strut.
  5. Step 11
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the drive shaft to the wheel hub. Use 1-3/16" drive 12-point socket.
  6. Step 12
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Clean the fasteners connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 13
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a drive socket #13.
  8. Step 14
    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm.
    Step 15
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    Pull the drive shaft out of the steering knuckle and lifting it, tie to the body. Use a hammer. Use a pin punch.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure that the drive shaft is not unloaded (when the car is jacked).
  9. Step 16
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  10. Step 17
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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.
  11. Step 18
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    Remove the support from under the steering knuckle.
  12. Step 19
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    Release the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber.
  13. Step 20
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
    Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Tip:
    If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
  14. Step 21
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure that the steering knuckle is not released from load.
  15. Step 22
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    Unscrew the upper fastening of the shock absorber strut. Use a combination spanner #21. Use HEX No.H6.
    Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock strut when undoing the fastening bolts.
  16. Step 23
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    Remove the suspension strut. Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Tip from AUTODOC:
    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.
  17. Step 24
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    Compress the spring.
  18. Step 25
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use flare nut socket #22. Use HEX No.H6.
  19. Step 26
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    Remove the top strut mount.
  20. Step 27
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    Release the coil spring.
  21. Step 28
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    Remove the spring.
  22. Step 29
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    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
  23. Step 30
    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – SKODA OCTAVIA (1U2). Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
    Step 31
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    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  24. Step 32
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  25. Step 33
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  26. Step 34
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    Compress the spring.
  27. Step 35
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
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