How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 1.7 CDTI 16V Opel Combo C Tour
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How to change rear shock absorbers on OPEL COMBO Tour – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL COMBO Tour 1.6 CNG, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.7 CDTI 16V, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.6 CNG, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.3 CDTI 16V, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.3 CDTI 16V, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.4, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.7 DTI 16V, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.7 DI 16V, OPEL COMBO Tour 1.6 … View more

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – OPEL COMBO Tour. 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 COMBO Tour. 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 COMBO Tour. 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 COMBO Tour. 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 COMBO Tour
  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 COMBO Tour. 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 COMBO Tour
  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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