How to carry out replacement: Springs 1.9 TDI SEAT Alhambra 7M
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: coil springs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: coil springs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). Tools you need:
  • Both coil springs of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right coil springs of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: coil springs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). Tip:
    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.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the lower shock absorber fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 10
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
    Step 11
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    Clean the fasteners that connect the sway bar to the suspension arms. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 12
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    Unscrew the fasteners that connect the sway bar to the suspension arms. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 13
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    Move the sway bar aside.
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the support from under the rear knuckle.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: coil springs – SEAT ALHAMBRA (7V8, 7V9). Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
  12. Step 15
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    Take out the spring.
  13. Step 16
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    Remove the rubber mounts of the spring.
  14. Step 17
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    Clean the coil spring mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 18
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    Install the coil spring together with the rubber mounts into the mounting seats.
  16. Step 19
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    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
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