Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for Multivan VI (SGF, SGM, SGN) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN) – should be done with the engine switched off.
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 #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  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 #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN)
    Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  12. Step 14
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
  13. Step 15
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    Install the fastening bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while screwing in the fastening bolts. VW MULTIVAN VI (SGF, SGM, SGN)For tightening the fasteners correctly, you have to jack up the suspension components to their working position.
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