Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.7 CDTI (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.7 CDTI (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.6 (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2.0 (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2.2 (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.9 CDTI (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.9 CDTI (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.9 CDTI (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2.0 (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.6 (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.8 (M75), OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.8 LPG (M75) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on OPEL ZAFIRA-B 2 (A05) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for ZAFIRA B (A05) and other OPEL models
How to change Shock absorber on Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI (M75) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Shock absorber
How to change Suspension Strut on Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI (M75) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Combination spanner #19
HEX bit no.H6.
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 22
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Tap wrench
Clip removal tool
Water pump pliers
Crow bar
Rubber mallet
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Zafira B 2005 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.9 CDTI (M75) 2006 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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    Raise up and remove the cowl grille.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove OPEL ZAFIRA 1.6 CNG (M75) 2009 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the shock strut mount cap. Use a flat screwdriver.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2010: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Shock Absorber replacement on Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI (M75) 2011 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the retainer of the shock strut upper mount. Use a clip removal tool.
  8. Step 8
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  9. Step 9
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  10. Step 10
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  12. Step 12
    ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.6 CNG (M75) 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the wheel.
  13. Step 13
    How to change Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2006 - tips and tricks
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 14
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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 #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 15
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Step 16
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Zafira B 2005 - free PDF and video manuals
    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.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.9 CDTI (M75) 2006 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Clean the fasteners of the ABS sensor and of the brake hose which connect them to the shock strut. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 19
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    Disconnect the fastener of the ABS sensor cable from the shock absorber strut. Use a flat screwdriver.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.6 (M75) 2008 by yourself
    Detach the brake hose from the shock strut. Use water pump pliers.
  20. Step 21
    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
    Step 22
    How to remove OPEL ZAFIRA 1.6 CNG (M75) 2009 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  21. Step 23
    How to replace Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2010: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a crowbar.
  22. Step 24
    How hard is it to do yourself: Shock Absorber replacement on Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI (M75) 2011 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the retainer of the shock strut upper mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Opel Zafira B A05 – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  23. Step 25
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  24. Step 26
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. 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.
  25. Step 27
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    Compress the spring.
  26. Step 28
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #22. Use a ratchet wrench.
  27. Step 29
    ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.6 CNG (M75) 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the top strut mount.
  28. Step 30
    How to change Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2006 - tips and tricks
    Release the coil spring.
  29. Step 31
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Opel Zafira B 2007 1.6 CNG (M75) Shock Absorber
    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  30. Step 32
    DIY replacement of Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.7 CDTI (M75) 2008 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Remove the spring.
  31. Step 33
    How to change Shock Absorber on Opel Zafira B 2005 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  32. Step 34
    How to replace OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.9 CDTI (M75) 2006 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  33. Step 35
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  34. Step 36
    Changing Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 1.6 (M75) 2008 by yourself
    Compress the spring.
  35. Step 37
    How to remove OPEL ZAFIRA 1.6 CNG (M75) 2009 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  36. Step 38
    How to replace Shock Absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA B (A05) 2010: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  37. Step 39
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a drive socket #22. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Opel Zafira B A05. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
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