How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.6 VW Bora 1j2
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.0, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.4 16V, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 SDI, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6 16V, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.6, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 2.3 V5, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.8 T, VW Bora Saloon (1J2) 1.9 TDI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – VW BORA (1J2). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Shock absorber socket #DD6
Vice
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VW BORA (1J2). 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.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW BORA (1J2) – 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 #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. VW BORA (1J2)
  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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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  7. Step 8
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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.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 11
    Remove the mounting from under the rear axle beam.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW BORA (1J2). Professionals recommend:
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging assemblies and mechanisms.
    Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  12. Step 14
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    Grip the shock absorber in a vice.
  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 drive socket #16. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW BORA (1J2). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  16. Step 18
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    Install the new mount, boot, and bump stop on the shock absorber.
  17. Step 19
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    Tighten the shock absorber rod nut. Use a drive socket #16. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 nm torque.
  18. Step 20
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    Treat the shock absorber rod fastener. Use copper grease.
  19. Step 21
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    Release the vice and take out the shock absorber.
  20. Step 22
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    Install the protective cap of the shock absorber mount.
  21. Step 23
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
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