How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 1.4 Renault Symbol Thalia
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How to change rear shock absorbers on RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.4, RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.4 16V, RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.5 dCi, RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.5 dCi, RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.2 16V, RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.5 dCi, RENAULT Thalia I (LB_) 1.5 dCi … View more

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Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT THALIA I (LB0/1/2_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Shock absorber socket DD №6
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT THALIA I (LB0/1/2_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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 THALIA I (LB0/1/2_). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
    Remove the mount cap from the shock absorber upper fastener.
    Step 3
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use WD-40 spray.
  2. Step 4
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #17. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  3. Step 5
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  4. Step 6
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  5. Step 7
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT THALIA I (LB0/1/2_). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 10
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 11
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  9. Step 12
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  11. Step 14
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    Detach the lower part of the shock absorber.
  12. Step 15
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #17.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT THALIA I (LB0/1/2_). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  13. Step 16
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  14. Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – RENAULT THALIA I (LB0/1/2_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, bump stop. Replace them if necessary.Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  15. Step 18
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    Install the mount, the boot and the bump stop on the shock absorber.
  16. Step 19
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts. RENAULT THALIA I (LB0/1/2_)
  17. Step 20
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Do not tighten it.
  18. Step 21
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    Attach the lower part of the shock absorber.
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