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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear shock absorber on CITROEN C1 (PM, PN) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for C1 (PM_, PN_) and other CITROËN models
Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen C1 1 PM PN. Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #14
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #17
Torque wrench
Shock absorber socket DD№6
Phillips screwdriver
Clip removal tool
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen C1 1 PM PN. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Citroen C1 1 PM PN.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the boot lid.
  2. Step 2
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    Move the folding shelf and detach it from the retainers. By doing this, you will get access to the side trim plastic panels.
  3. Step 3
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    Fold down the backrests of the rear seats.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the clips of the boot side lining. Use a clip removal tool.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the fastener of the boot side lining. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  6. Step 6
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    Detach the boot side lining.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the mount cap from the shock absorber upper fastener.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #14 (2 pieces). Use a shock absorber socket DD#6.
  9. Step 9
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  10. Step 10
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  11. Step 11
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  12. Step 12
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen C1 1 PM PN. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the wheel.
  14. Step 14
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 15
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  16. Step 16
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #14.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Citroen C1 1 PM PN
  17. Step 17
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  18. Step 18
    Remove the shock absorber.
    Step 19
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    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen C1 1 PM PN. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary. Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  20. Step 21
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    Treat the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  21. Step 22
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen C1 1 PM PN. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber cautiously tight when screwing in the fastening bolts.
  22. Step 23
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  23. Step 24
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    Raise the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
  24. Step 25
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    Tighten the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 48 Nm torque.
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