Car rear suspension Opel Astra J (petrol)

Features of the rear suspension design
Fig. 1. Rear suspension (left side): 1 – shock absorber; 2 – rear suspension arm; 3 – lower spring gasket; 4 – rear suspension spring; 5 – upper spring gasket;...

Replacing the rear shock absorber
You will need: keys "6", "15", "18", "21". Warning! Before jacking up the rear of the vehicle, engage first gear and chock the front wheels. Once the rear is...

Replacing the rear suspension spring
Replace the spring if it is mechanically damaged or has significantly settled. Signs of settlement: deterioration of ride smoothness, frequent suspension...

Replacing the rear wheel hub
You will need a 15 mm socket head. Note: In this subsection, the replacement is described using the example of the rear left wheel hub; the right wheel hub is...

Removal and installation the rear suspension beam
It is more convenient to remove the rear suspension beam on a lift. If it is not possible to install the car on a lift, lift the rear of the car by installing...

Removal and installation the Watt mechanism
You will need: wrenches "15" (two), "18" (two), "21", drill. 1. Place the vehicle on an overpass or inspection ditch. 2. Turn inside out… 3. …and remove the...

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