Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 1.6 i, VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 1.7 TD, VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 2.0 DI, VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 1.6 i, VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 1.7 CDTI, VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 2.0 DTI, VAUXHALL Astravan Mk IV (G) (T98) 1.7 DTI 16V View more

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Tools
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
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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