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How to change rear shock absorbers on Peugeot 207 hatchback – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 Flex, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 BiFuel, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V VTi … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 Flex, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 HDi, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 16V, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.4 BiFuel, PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_) 1.6 16V VTi … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear shock absorber on PEUGEOT 207 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for 207 (WA_, WC_) and other PEUGEOT models
Shock absorber
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # E16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Clip removal tool
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – Peugeot 207 hatchback. 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.
- Please note: all work on the car – Peugeot 207 hatchback – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Peugeot 207 hatchback
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Remove the plastic clips of the wheel arch liner. Use a clip removal tool.
- Step 7Remove the wheel arch cover.
- Step 8Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 9Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 10Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 11Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 12Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 13Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 14Remove the fastening bolt.Replacement: shock absorbers – Peugeot 207 hatchback. Tip from AUTODOC experts:To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
- Step 15Remove the shock absorber.
- Step 16Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.AUTODOC recommends:Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
- Step 17Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
- Step 18Install the fastening bolt.Step 19Screw in the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E16. Use a ratchet wrench.AUTODOC recommends:Peugeot 207 hatchback – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts.
- Step 20Install the fastening bolt.
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