Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.3, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.3, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.6 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.25 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.25 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) ST150 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change strut mount FORD FIESTA V Van [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 15
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the right and left shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Both mounts of the rear shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Recommended sequence of steps:
  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. Ford Fiesta V JH JD
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
    Step 10
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  10. Step 12
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    Unscrew the shock absorber mount fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  13. Step 15
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  14. Step 16
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    Install the mount, the boot and the bump stop on the shock absorber.
  15. Step 17
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    Tighten the shock absorber mount fasteners. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
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