Change Car Shock Absorbers Honda Jazz
Change Car Shock Absorbers
| Estimated time | 3h00–5h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~300–500£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 3h00–5h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 1h30 |
What is the function of Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz 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.
3 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jazz 2001-2008 | 2001-2008 | 1.2 DSi 8V Petrol (L12A1), 1.2 DSi 8V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (L12A4), 1.4 DSi 8V Bioethanol (E85),Petrol (L13A1), 1.4 DSi 8V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (L13A6) | Bioethanol (E85), LPG, Petrol |
| Jazz 2008-2015 | 2008-2015 | 1.2 8V i-VTEC Petrol (L12B1), 1.2 8V i-VTEC, -LPG Petrol (L12B2), 1.3 8V i-VTEC Petrol (L13Z1), 1.3 8V i-VTEC Petrol (L13Z2), 1.3 8V IMA Electricity,Petrol (LDA3) | Electricity, Petrol |
| Jazz 2014-2021 | 2014-2021 | 1.3 16V Petrol (L13B2), 1.5 16V Petrol (L15B3) | Petrol |