How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 2.0 HDi Citroen Xsara Picasso
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How to change rear shock absorbers on Citroen Xsara Picasso – replacement guide

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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 XSARA PICASSO (N68)  [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen Xsara Picasso. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #24
HEX bit No.H14.
Drive socket # 24
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Tap wrench
Pin punch
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen Xsara Picasso. AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 – Citroen Xsara Picasso. 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 #19.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen Xsara Picasso. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Release the parking brake cable.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #24. Use a combination spanner #24.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #24. Use HEX No.H14. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  11. Step 11
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    Treat the shock absorber fasteners. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolts. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Citroen Xsara Picasso. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  14. Step 14
    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 15
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
  15. Step 16
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    Install the fastening bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts. Citroen Xsara Picasso
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