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How to change rear shock absorbers on CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) – replacement guide
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi 16V, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 VTi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 VTi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi / BlueHDi, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi 4x4, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 HDi 4x4, CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for BERLINGO (B9) and other CITROËN models
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Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #24
Drive socket # 24
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN BERLINGO (B9). Tip from AUTODOC:
- 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.
- Please note: all work on the car – CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. - Step 3Raise the car.Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN BERLINGO (B9). Professionals recommend: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
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN BERLINGO (B9) - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack. - Step 7
Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 8
Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #24. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 9
Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #24. Use a drive socket #24. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 10
Remove the fastening bolt. - Step 11
Remove the shock absorber. - Step 12
Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 13
Treat the shock absorber mounting seats. Use copper grease. - Step 14
Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN BERLINGO (B9). Tip from AUTODOC:Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
Comments –
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- @user_194521723.09.2024 18:17MemberThis photos are from Berlingo M59, not B9.
@Graziana Venturi24.09.2024 13:37@user_ModeratorYou are right, this guide illustrates the replacement procedure with a series of photographs depicting a similar car part being replaced on a different vehicle. The photos provided are taken from a CITROËN BERLINGO M49.
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