Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.2 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.6 (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.6 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.8 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.0 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.7 TD (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.0 DI (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.2 DTI (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.4 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.0 16V OPC (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.0 DTI 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.7 DTI 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.6 (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.8 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.2 16V (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.0 OPC (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.2 DTI (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.7 CDTI (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.6 (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 2.0 OPC (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.4 (F08, F48), OPEL Astra G CC (T98) 1.6 LPG (F08, F48) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear shock absorber on OPEL ASTRA G CC (F48, F08)  [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Astra G F48. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # E20
Wheel impact socket #17
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Astra G F48. 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Opel Astra G F48
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.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Astra G F48. Professionals recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6.1
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners.
    Step 6.2
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    Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E20. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E20. Use a tap wrench.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Astra G F48. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Astra G F48. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  12. Step 12
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts. Opel Astra G F48
  13. Step 13
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E20.
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