Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.2, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.2 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.2 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.4 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.6, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.2 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.2 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.4 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.4 TDI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.0 TSI, SEAT Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) 1.0 TSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Strut Mount for Toledo IV Hatchback (KG3) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: strut mount – SEAT TOLEDO IV (KG3). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 16
Torx bit T25
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Adjustable wrench
Vice
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – SEAT TOLEDO IV (KG3). 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.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – SEAT TOLEDO IV (KG3). 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 #17.
  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:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SEAT TOLEDO IV (KG3)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Unscrew and remove the wheel arch cover fasteners. Use Torx T25.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel arch cover.
  7. Step 8
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    Secure the rear axle beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  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 combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    SEAT TOLEDO IV (KG3) – To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  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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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a combination spanner #17. Use an adjustable wrench.
  15. Step 16
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
  16. Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
    Replacement: strut mount – SEAT TOLEDO IV (KG3). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  17. Step 18
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    Install the new mount, boot, and bump stop on the shock absorber.
  18. Step 19
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  19. Step 20
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    Screw the shock strut piston rod upper fastening. Use a combination spanner #17. Use an adjustable wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
  20. Step 21
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
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