How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 1.2 (F08, F68) Opel Corsa C
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How to change rear shock absorbers on Opel Corsa C – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.0 (F08, F68), OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.2 (F08, F68), OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.7 DI (F08, F68), OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.0 (F08, F68), OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.7 CDTI (F08, F68), OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.2 Twinport (F08, F68), OPEL Corsa C Hatchback (X01) 1.6 (F08, F68) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear shock absorber on OPEL CORSA C (F08, F68)  [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 03/02/2020
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Corsa C. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # E14
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Shock absorber socket DD №6
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Corsa C. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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 – Opel Corsa C – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the boot lid.
  2. Step 2
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    Move the folding shelf and detach it from the retainers. By doing this, you will get access to the side trim plastic panels.
  3. Step 3
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  4. Step 4
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 5
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 6
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  7. Step 7
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  8. Step 8
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Corsa C. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the wheel.
  11. Step 11
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  12. Step 12
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 13
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E14.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Opel Corsa C – Do not lower the transmission jack sharply to avoid damaging components and mechanisms of the car.
  16. Step 16
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Corsa C. Tip:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  17. Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Corsa C. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  18. Step 18
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  19. Step 19
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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 Corsa C
  20. Step 20
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
  21. Step 21
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  22. Step 22
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
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