Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.9 TDI, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.4 TDI, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.6, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.4, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.2, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.2, SKODA Fabia II Hatchback (542) 1.2 12V View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for Fabia II Hatchback (542) and other SKODA models
Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – SKODA FABIA. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 17
Shock absorber socket #DD5.2
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – SKODA FABIA. Professionals 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 – SKODA FABIA. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – SKODA FABIA. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the lower shock absorber fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Support the rear axle beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fasteners of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Unscrew the shock absorber mount fasteners. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA FABIA
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  12. Step 14
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 15
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the shock absorber mount cap. Use a crowbar.
  15. Step 17
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 18
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    Unscrew the fastener of the shock absorber piston rod. Use a drive socket #17. Use a shock absorber socket #DD5.2. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 19
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, dust boot, and bump stop.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – SKODA FABIA. Tip:
    Examine the shock absorber dust boot and bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  18. Step 20
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    Install the mount, dust boot, and bump stop on a new shock absorber.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it 3–5 times by hand.
  19. Step 21
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    Tighten the shock absorber rod nut. Use a drive socket #17. Use a shock absorber socket #DD5.2. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
  20. Step 22
    Treat the shock absorber rod fastener. Use copper grease.
    Step 23
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    Install the shock absorber mount cap.
  21. Step 24
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
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