Shock Absorber: Removal - Refitting - Renault Duster 2007 Manual

Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

4X2 TRANSMISSION
Equipment required
component jack
Tightening torquesm
shock absorber lower
bolt
shock absorber upper
nut
IMPORTANT
To avoid all risk of damage to the systems, apply
the safety and cleanliness instructions and opera-
tion recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see 33A, Rear axle components, Rear
axle components: Precautions for the repair,
page 33A-1) .
During removal, note the colours of the springs to en-
sure the conformity of the parts for refitting.
WARNING
To prevent any suspension asymmetry, replace
both of the shock absorbers on the same axle.
WARNING
To prevent the components of the rear axle from
deteriorating (rubber bushes, brake hoses, etc.) do
not remove the two shock absorbers at the same
time. Proceed one side at a time.
WARNING
To prevent any damage, do not use the rear axle as
support for the lifting system.
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
a Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
a Remove the rear wheel arch trim (see ) (71A, Body
internal trim).
REAR AXLE COMPONENTS
162 N.m
14 N.m
II - REMOVAL OPERATION
a In the luggage compartment, with wheels on the
ground, remove:
- the nut (1) ,
- the rubber bush (2) .
a Raise the lift.
a Using a block, bring the component jack into con-
tact under the rear axle, near the shock absorber.
a Remove:
- the shock absorber lower bolt (5) ,
- the shock absorber.
a Repeat the operation on the opposite side.
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