Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDI 90, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDI 110, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 HDI 110, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.4, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 HDI 90, PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 BioFlex View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a front shock strut on PEUGEOT 307 (3H) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for 307 SW (3H) and other PEUGEOT models
How to change Shock absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDI 110 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Shock absorber
How to change Suspension Strut on Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 HDI 110 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 21
HEX bit No.H7.
Torx bit T20
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Hammer
Pin punch
Clip removal tool
Universal puller
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • 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 – Peugeot 307 SW. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 HDI 110 2003 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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    Clean the fasteners of the wiper arms. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V 2005 by yourself
    Unscrew the fasteners of the windscreen wiper arms. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wiper arms. Use a universal puller.
  6. Step 6
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the brake fluid reservoir. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the clips of the plastic cowl grille. Use a clip removal tool.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the cowl grille. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Raise up and remove the cowl grille.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2004 1.6 HDI 110 by yourself
    Switch on the ignition.
  12. Step 12
    307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDi 135 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Set the windscreen wipers to the service position.
  13. Step 13
    Switch off the ignition.
    Step 14
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use HEX No.H7. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 15
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 16
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Peugeot 307 SW 2007 2.0 HDi 135 Shock Absorber
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  15. Step 17
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  16. Step 18
    How to change Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  17. Step 19
    How to replace PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 HDI 110 2003 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the wheel.
  18. Step 20
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    Remove the ABS wiring harness bracket.
  19. Step 21
    Changing Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V 2005 by yourself
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 22
    How to remove PEUGEOT 307 2.0 HDi 135 2006 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 23
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Step 24
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  22. Step 25
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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 ratchet wrench.
  23. Step 26
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  24. Step 27
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  25. Step 28
    PEUGEOT 307 1.4 16V Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  26. Step 29
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2004 1.6 HDI 110 by yourself
    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut.
  27. Step 30
    307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDi 135 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the top fastening of the shock strut mount.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Peugeot 307 SW
  28. Step 31
    How to change Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2006 - tips and tricks
    Remove the suspension strut.
  29. Step 32
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Peugeot 307 SW 2007 2.0 HDi 135 Shock Absorber
    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. 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.
  30. Step 33
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    Compress the spring.
  31. Step 34
    How to change Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  32. Step 35
    How to replace PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 1.6 HDI 110 2003 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H7. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  33. Step 36
    Peugeot 307 SW 1.6 16V 2004 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the top strut mount.
  34. Step 37
    Changing Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 16V 2005 by yourself
    Release the coil spring.
  35. Step 38
    How to remove PEUGEOT 307 2.0 HDi 135 2006 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the spring.
  36. Step 39
    How to replace Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2007: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  37. Step 40
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    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. Tip:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  38. Step 41
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    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  39. Step 42
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  40. Step 43
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  41. Step 44
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2004 1.6 HDI 110 by yourself
    Compress the spring.
  42. Step 45
    307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDi 135 2005 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  43. Step 46
    How to change Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2006 - tips and tricks
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #18. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 69 Nm torque.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Peugeot 307 SW. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  44. Step 47
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Peugeot 307 SW 2007 2.0 HDi 135 Shock Absorber
    Treat the shock strut rod. Use copper grease.
  45. Step 48
    DIY replacement of Shock Absorber on PEUGEOT 307 SW (3H) 2.0 HDI 110 2008 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Decompress the spring.
  46. Step 49
    How to change Shock Absorber on Peugeot 307 SW 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the assembled shock strut.
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