Change Car Shock Absorbers Opel Combo Tour

Change Car Shock Absorbers

Easy 3h00–3h30 ~300–350£
Estimated time 3h00–3h30
Estimated labour cost ~300–350£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Combo Tour D 2011-2019 10
  • 1.3 CDTi Diesel (A13FD (LN9))
  • 1.3 CDTi Diesel (B13FD (LN9))
  • 1.4 16V Petrol (A14FP (LJA))
  • 1.4 CNG CNG,Petrol (A14FC (LJD))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (A16DT (LJ5))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (A16FDH (LJ5+PL0))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (A16FDL (LJ5))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (A16FDL (LJ5))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16FDH (LJ5))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20FD (LHZ))
Renew both front shock absorbers 3h00–3h30
Renew both rear shock absorbers 1h30

What is the function of Opel Combo Tour shock absorbers?

The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.

When should you change the Opel Combo Tour shock absorbers?

Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.

Is it difficult to change Opel Combo Tour shock absorbers?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.

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