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How to change rear shock absorbers on Opel Zafira F75 – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.2 DTI 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.6 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.8 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.8 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.2 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 DTI 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 OPC (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.2 DTI 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 OPC (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 DI (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.6 (F75) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.2 DTI 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.6 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.8 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.8 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.2 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 DTI 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 OPC (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.2 DTI 16V (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 OPC (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 2.0 DI (F75), OPEL Zafira A (T98) 1.6 (F75) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear shock absorber on OPEL ZAFIRA-A 1 (T98) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for Zafira A (T98) and other OPEL models
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Impact socket №E18
Impact socket №E20
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Zafira F75. 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.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Zafira F75. Use the following procedure:
- Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks. - Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. - Step 3
Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports. - Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Zafira F75. Tip:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts. - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 7
Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack. - Step 8
Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E20. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 9
Remove the fastening bolt. - Step 10
Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 11
Remove the fastening bolt.Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Zafira F75. AUTODOC experts recommend:To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts. - Step 12
Remove the shock absorber.Replacement: shock absorbers – Opel Zafira F75. Tip from AUTODOC experts:Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times. - Step 13
Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 14
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 Zafira F75 - Step 15
Install the fastening bolt. - Step 16
Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 17
Install the fastening bolt.
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