Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 (FC01, FC0A, FC0F), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.4 (FC0C, FC0B, FC0H, FC0M), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) D 55 1.9 (FC0D), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) D 65 1.9 (FC0E, FC02, FC0J, FC0N), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.9 dTi (FC0U), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 16V (FC05, FC0W, FC1D, FC1P, FC1K, FC0T), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6 16V, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC07, FC1R), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC1R), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC08, FC09), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.9 dCi (FC0V), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC1G), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.5 dCi (FC1E), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 BiFuel, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.2 (FC1A), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.9 D (FC0J), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.0, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.0, RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.6 Flex (FC1U, FC1Y, FC14, FC16, FC17), RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) 1.0 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) and other RENAULT models
Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 16
Combination spanner #18
Wheel impact socket #19
Tap wrench
Torque wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). 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 – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). Use the following procedure:
  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 #19.
  3. 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 – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a tap wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_) – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT KANGOO Express (FC0/1_). Tip:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  10. Step 11
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
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