Change Car Shock Absorbers Renault Trafic
Change Car Shock Absorbers
| Estimated time | 3h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~300£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 3h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 1h00–1h30 |
What is the function of Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic 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.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafic II 2001-2015 | 2001-2015 | 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 dCi 115 (B30) Diesel (M9R-780 (E7)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-692 (F6)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (M7)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (… | Diesel, Petrol |
| Trafic III 2014-2025 | 2014-2025 | 1.6 dCi 115 Diesel (R9M-408 (A4)), 1.6 dCi 120 Diesel (R9M-413 (H4)), 1.6 dCi 120 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 125 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 140 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 145 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 90 Diesel (R9M-408 (A… | Diesel |