How to change rear shock absorbers on Abarth 595 – replacement guide
ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXT1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear shock absorber on ABARTH 500 (312) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
Shock absorber
- Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
- The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
- Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
- Step 3
Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Abarth 595
- Step 5
Remove the wheel.
- Step 6
Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 7
Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
- Step 8
Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
Replacement: shock absorbers – Abarth 595. Tip:To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
- Step 9
Remove the shock absorber. Use a crowbar.
AUTODOC recommends:Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
- Step 10
Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
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