Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.9 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.6 FSI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.6, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 2.0 FSI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.9 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.9 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 2.0 EcoFuel, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.4 TSI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.4 TSI, VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on VW TOURAN 1 (1T1, 1T2) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) and other VW models
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Shock absorber
How to change Suspension Strut on Touran Mk1 1.9 TDI – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #11
Combination spanner #17
Combination spanner #21
HEX bit no.H6.
Torx bit T30
XZN socket bit # 12
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 21
Drive socket # 24
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Shock absorber socket
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. 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 – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.9 TDI 2004 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    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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    Unscrew the fasteners of the windscreen wiper scuttle tray. Use Torx T30.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the windscreen wiper scuttle tray.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  9. Step 9
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    Loosen the wheel hub fastener. Use a drive socket #24. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2005 1.9 TDI by yourself
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  12. Step 12
    TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.6 FSI 2006 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Touran 1T1 1T2
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the wheel.
  14. Step 14
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 15
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  17. Step 17
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    Clean the brake hose bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 18
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    Unscrew the bolt and remove the mounting bracket of the brake hose and the ABS cable. Use a combination spanner #11.
  19. Step 19
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 20
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber strut. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #12. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 21
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a drive socket #18. Use XZN #12.
  22. Step 22
    How hard is it to do yourself: Shock Absorber replacement on Touran Mk1 1.9 TDI 2009 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a drive socket #24.
  23. Step 23
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    Clean the splines of the drive shaft CV joint. Use WD-40 spray.
  24. Step 24
    Changing of Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2003 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  25. Step 25
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
  26. Step 26
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2005 1.9 TDI by yourself
    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm. Use a crowbar.
  27. Step 27
    TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.6 FSI 2006 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the drive shaft from the wheel hub.
    Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. Professionals recommend:
    Make sure that the drive shaft is not unloaded (when the car is jacked).
  28. Step 28
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  29. Step 29
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Touran Mk1 2008 1.6 FSI Shock Absorber
    Release the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber. Use a ratchet wrench.
  30. Step 30
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  31. Step 31
    How to change Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount. Use a drive socket #13.
    Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock strut when undoing the fastening bolts.
  32. Step 32
    How to replace VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.9 TDI 2004 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the suspension strut.
  33. Step 33
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. 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.
  34. Step 34
    Changing Shock Absorber on VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.4 TSI 2006 by yourself
    Compress the spring.
  35. Step 35
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    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  36. Step 36
    How to replace Shock Absorber on VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 2008: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  37. Step 37
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    Remove the top strut mount.
  38. Step 38
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    Release the coil spring.
  39. Step 39
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    Remove the spring.
  40. Step 40
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    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. Professionals recommend:
    Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  41. Step 41
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2005 1.9 TDI by yourself
    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. Tip:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  42. Step 42
    TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.6 FSI 2006 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  43. Step 43
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  44. Step 44
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Touran Mk1 2008 1.6 FSI Shock Absorber
    Compress the spring.
  45. Step 45
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  46. Step 46
    How to change Shock Absorber on Touran Mk1 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  47. Step 47
    How to replace VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.9 TDI 2004 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 60 nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – VW Touran 1T1 1T2. AUTODOC recommends:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  48. Step 48
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    Decompress the spring.
  49. Step 49
    Changing Shock Absorber on VW TOURAN (1T1, 1T2) 1.4 TSI 2006 by yourself
    Remove the assembled shock strut.
  50. Step 50
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    Install the shock strut into the wheel arch.
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