Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.8 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 Chrono, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.8 SX View more

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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Tools
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
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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