How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 1.6 16V (JA0B, JA04, JA11, JA00) Renault Megane Scenic
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 1.4 i (JA0E), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 1.6 i (JA0L), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 1.6 e (JA0F), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 2.0 i (JA0G), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 1.9 dT (JA0K, JA0Y), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 1.9 D (JA0J), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 1.9 dTi (JA0N), RENAULT MEGANE Scenic (JA0/1_) 2.0 i (JA02, JA0G) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear shock absorber on RENAULT MEGANE SCENIC [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 20/12/2021
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Renault Megane Scenic. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 21
12-point socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – Renault Megane Scenic. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • 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 – Renault Megane Scenic – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  2. Step 3
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Renault Megane Scenic. Professionals recommend:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Renault Megane Scenic
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use 12-point socket No.21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – Renault Megane Scenic. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  13. Step 14
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber cautiously tight when screwing in the fastening bolts.
  14. Step 15
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  15. Step 16
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use 12-point socket No.21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 17
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    Treat the shock absorber mounting seats. Use copper grease.
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