How to change rear shock absorbers on VW Bora Saloon (1J2) – replacement guide
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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.0,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.4 16V,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 SDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 16V,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8 T,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 FSI,
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8 T
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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 Bora Saloon (1J2) and other VW models
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). 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.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). Recommended sequence of steps:
Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 3
Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). Professionals recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 5
Remove the wheel.
Step 6.1
Clean the shock absorber fasteners.
Step 6.2
Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7
Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
Step 8
Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW BORA (1J2)
Step 9
Remove the fastening bolt.
Step 10
Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.
AUTODOC recommends:
VW BORA (1J2) – Do not lower the transmission jack sharply to avoid damaging components and mechanisms of the car.
Step 11
Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12
Remove the shock absorber.
Step 13
Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
Step 14
Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount. Use a crowbar.
Step 15
Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 16
Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a combination spanner #16. Use locking pliers.
Step 17
Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). 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.
Step 18
Install the mount, boot and bump stop onto a new shock absorber.
Step 19
Screw the shock strut piston rod upper fastening. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 20
Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
Step 21
Install the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
Step 22
Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 23
Treat the shock absorber mounting seats. Use copper grease.
Step 24
Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber cautiously tight when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 25
Screw the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16.
Step 26
Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
Step 27
Install the fastening bolt.
Step 28
Screw in the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21.
Step 29
Tighten the top shock absorber fastening. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.+90°
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Be sure to use new fasteners.
Step 30
Tighten the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 40 Nm torque.+90°
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Be sure to use new fasteners.
Step 31
Treat the shock absorber fasteners. Use copper grease.
Step 32
Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
Step 33
Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 34
Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW BORA (1J2). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 35
Install the wheel.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. VW BORA (1J2)
Step 36
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 37
Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 nm torque.
Step 38
Remove the jacks and chocks.
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