Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD FOCUS II Convertible 1.6, FORD FOCUS II Convertible 2.0, FORD FOCUS II Convertible 2.0 TDCi View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – FORD FOCUS II Convertible. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Adjustable wrench
Vice
Wheel impact socket #19
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – FORD FOCUS II Convertible. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – FORD FOCUS II Convertible. Take the following 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.
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: strut mount – FORD FOCUS II Convertible. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock absorber upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the shock absorber mount fastening. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FORD FOCUS II Convertible
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 12
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a combination spanner #13.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
  15. Step 16
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    Install the new mount, boot, and bump stop on the shock absorber.
  16. Step 17
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    Screw the shock strut piston rod upper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use an adjustable wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
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