How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 1.7 DTI 16V VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G)
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How to change rear shock absorbers on VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Replacement: shock absorbers – VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # E20
Wheel impact socket #17
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G). AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G)
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 #17.
  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 – VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G). Professionals recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6.1
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners.
    Step 6.2
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    Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E20. Use a tap 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 a drive socket #E20. Use a tap wrench.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  11. Step 12
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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. VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN Mk IV (G)
  12. Step 13
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    Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E20.
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