Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C2 Hatchback (JM) 1.1, CITROËN C2 Hatchback (JM) 1.4, CITROËN C2 Hatchback (JM) 1.4 HDi, CITROËN C2 Hatchback (JM) 1.4 16V, CITROËN C2 Hatchback (JM) 1.4 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

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN C2 (JM_). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Torque wrench
Flat chisel
Hammer
Clip removal tool
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN C2 (JM_). Professionals 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN C2 (JM_). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN C2 (JM_)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Loosen the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the plastic clips of the wheel arch liner. Use a clip removal tool.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the wheel arch cover.
  11. Step 12
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN C2 (JM_). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN C2 (JM_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  16. Step 17
    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 18
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
  17. Step 19
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    Install the fastening bolt.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – CITROËN C2 (JM_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber cautiously tight when screwing in the fastening bolts.
  18. Step 20
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    Treat the shock absorber fasteners. Use WD-40 spray.
  19. Step 21
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  20. Step 22
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16.
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