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How to change rear shock absorbers on VW Golf 4 – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 SDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 T, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.0, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 16V, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 T GTI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 SDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.4 16V, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 T, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.0, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 16V, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 2.3 V5, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.9 TDI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.8 T GTI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 FSI, VW Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) 1.6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change rear shock absorber on VW GOLF 4 (1J1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) and other VW models
Shock absorber
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Vice
Locking pliers
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW Golf 4. 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 Golf 4. Recommended sequence of steps:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: shock absorbers – VW Golf 4. Professionals recommend:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6.1Clean the shock absorber fasteners.Step 6.2Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 8Unscrew 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 Golf 4
- Step 9Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 10Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.AUTODOC recommends:VW Golf 4 – Do not lower the transmission jack sharply to avoid damaging components and mechanisms of the car.
- Step 11Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 12Remove the shock absorber.
- Step 13Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
- Step 14Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount. Use a crowbar.
- Step 15Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 16Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a combination spanner #16. Use locking pliers.
- Step 17Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.Replacement: shock absorbers – VW Golf 4. 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 18Install the mount, boot and bump stop onto a new shock absorber.
- Step 19Screw 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 20Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
- Step 21Install the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
- Step 22Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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