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How to change rear shock absorbers on Fiat Panda 169 – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG (169.AXB1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 (169AXF2A, 169AXF1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG (169CXF1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.1 (169.AXA1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.3 D Multijet (169.AXC1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.3 D Multijet (169AXG1A, 169AXD1A) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG (169.AXB1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 (169AXF2A, 169AXF1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG (169CXF1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.1 (169.AXA1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.3 D Multijet (169.AXC1A), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.3 D Multijet (169AXG1A, 169AXD1A) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear shock absorber on FIAT PANDA (169) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for PANDA (169) and other FIAT models
Shock absorber
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – Fiat Panda 169. 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.
- Please note: all work on the car – Fiat Panda 169 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Fiat Panda 169
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 8Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 10Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 11Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 12Remove the shock absorber.
- Step 13Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.Replacement: shock absorbers – Fiat Panda 169. Tip from AUTODOC experts:Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
- Step 14Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.AUTODOC recommends:Fiat Panda 169 – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
- Step 15Install the fastening bolt.
- Step 16Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 17Install the fastening bolt.
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- k. g.30.10.2024 12:56Memberwheel bolts…98 in the pdf says 120 in the video. ?
- Graziana Venturi30.10.2024 15:14k. g.ModeratorGood day. The manual provides a general overview of the repair process and may differ from the specifics of your vehicle. We recommend checking the actual components installed on your car for accuracy.
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