Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW CORRADO (53I) 1.8 G60, VW CORRADO (53I) 2.0 i 16V, VW CORRADO (53I) 2.9 VR6, VW CORRADO (53I) 2.0 i, VW CORRADO (53I) 1.8 16V View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – VW CORRADO (53I). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 17
Shock absorber socket #DD6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: strut mount – VW CORRADO (53I). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the rear suspension.
  • All mounts of the rear shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW CORRADO (53I) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
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    Clean the upper fastener of the suspension strut mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock strut mount. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  3. Step 4
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 6
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW CORRADO (53I)
  5. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 9
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    Clean the lower fastener connecting the suspension strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  9. Step 12
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    Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  10. Step 13
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    Unscrew the upper fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW CORRADO (53I)
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  12. Step 15
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW CORRADO (53I). Professionals recommend:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  13. Step 16
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    Clean the mounting seats of the shock strut. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 17
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    Install a new top shock strut mount.
  15. Step 18
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    Install the shock strut into the wheel arch.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    VW CORRADO (53I) – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while screwing in the fastening bolts.
  16. Step 19
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    Raise the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
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