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Replacing Rear Shock Absorbers on Skoda Octavia

Model: Skoda Octavia MK 1, 1U - Years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Part: Shocks

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Replacing the rear shock absorber? Use a jack to lift the car and make disassembly easier. With a socket spanner, unscrew the mounting bolts of the shock absorber (at the top and bottom), then pull the shock absorber out of its housing.

Compare the old part with the new one and prepare for installation under the vehicle. Insert the shock absorber into its housing and first tighten all the bolts at the top of the shock absorber, then secure the bottom to the wheel hub. Refit the wheel to complete the installation.

Test the operation of the part once the jack is removed.


Updated on 22 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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