Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT Scénic I (JA0/1_, FA0_) 1.8 16V (JA12, JA1R, JA1M, JA1A), RENAULT Scénic I (JA0/1_, FA0_) 1.9 dTi (JA1U), RENAULT Scénic I (JA0/1_, FA0_) 1.9 dCi (JA05, JA1F), RENAULT Scénic I (JA0/1_, FA0_) 2.0 16V (JA1B, JA1D, JA0C), RENAULT Scénic I (JA0/1_, FA0_) 1.9 dTi (JA0N), RENAULT Scénic I (JA0/1_, FA0_) 1.4 16V (JA0D, JA1H, Ja0W, JA10) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT SCÉNIC I (JA0/1_). 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
Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT SCÉNIC I (JA0/1_). 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 SCÉNIC I (JA0/1_) – 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
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT SCÉNIC I (JA0/1_). 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.
    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 SCÉNIC I (JA0/1_)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use 12-point socket No.21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT SCÉNIC I (JA0/1_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  12. 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.
  13. Step 15
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  14. Step 16
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use 12-point socket No.21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 17
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    Treat the shock absorber mounting seats. Use copper grease.
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