How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 1.6 (L48) Opel Astra L48
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How to change rear shock absorbers on OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.6 (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.3 CDTI (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.7 CDTI (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.8 (L48), OPEL Astra Classic Hatchback (A04) 1.4 (L48) … View more

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Replacement: shock absorbers – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # E18
Drive socket # E20
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Professionals recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #Е20. Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #Е18. Use a tap wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48)
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  12. Step 14
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts. OPEL ASTRA CLASSIC (L48)
  13. Step 15
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  14. Step 16
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #Е18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 17
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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