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How to change rear shock absorbers on VW Golf IV Variant (1J5) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Tools you might need:
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
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Replacement: shock absorbers – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). 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 IV Variant (1J5). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. 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 – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). Professionals recommend:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. 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.
  5. Step 7
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 8
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    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 GOLF IV Variant (1J5)
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5) – Do not lower the transmission jack sharply to avoid damaging components and mechanisms of the car.
  9. Step 11
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 13
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 15
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a combination spanner #16. Use locking pliers.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VW GOLF IV Variant (1J5). 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.
  16. Step 18
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    Install the mount, boot and bump stop onto a new shock absorber.
  17. Step 19
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    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.
  18. Step 20
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
  19. Step 21
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    Install the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  20. Step 22
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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