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Replacing Rear Shock Absorbers

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Shocks

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To replace the rear shock absorbers, lift the vehicle, remove the rear wheel, apply a support jack under the suspension, and proceed to remove the upper mount of the damper and then the lower fixing bolts to complete the disassembly; if the spring also needs to be replaced, instead of using clamps to compress it, lower the jack to let the suspension drop and free the spring; then fit the support rubbers to the new spring and insert it into its seat; move the mount and gaiter onto the new damper and install it back on the vehicle.


Updated on 19 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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