Important!
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.

How to change rear shock absorber on FIAT PANDA (169) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – Fiat Panda 169. Tools you might need:
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:
  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
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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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Fiat Panda 169
  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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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  13. Step 13
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    Clean 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.
  14. Step 14
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    Place 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.
  15. Step 15
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  16. Step 16
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 17
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    Install the fastening bolt.
Comments – 2
  • k. g.
    30.10.2024 12:56
    Member
    wheel bolts…98 in the pdf says 120 in the video. ?
    • Graziana Venturi
      30.10.2024 15:14
      k. g.
      Moderator
      Good 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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