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Replacing the Shock Absorbers of Your Car

Model: Peugeot 407 MK 1 - Years 2004-2012
Part: Shocks

This guide shows how to change the shock absorbers of your car. Shock absorbers play a crucial role in any vehicle as they ensure stability and safety, providing maximum performance. To replace the shock absorbers, you will need a puller and a spring compressor. Lift the vehicle using a ramp or a jack, and you will also need screwdrivers, a torque wrench, and a vice. Once the vehicle is safely raised, loosen any bolts and remove the shock absorbers using the puller. To fit the new shock absorbers, use a telescopic spring compressor.

Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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To open the bonnet on this vehicle, follow these simple instructions: first, open the driver's door and locate the lever positioned just below the dashboard, marked with an image of the vehicle with the bonnet open. Pull this lever towards you until you hear a "click" indicating the bonnet is released. Next, exit the cabin and stand in front of the bonnet to disengage the safety catch and complete the opening. To do this, slightly lift the bonnet, locate the yellow lever underneath, and pull it to the left to fully release and open the bonnet.

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