Astra: Rear Axle and Rear Wheel Suspension

Also for this vehicle: Astra F, Astra G, Astra H, Astra J.

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1. 01General Vehicle InformationGeneral Vehicle Information: Sections
2. 02Maintenance, Body and Chassis Sheet Metal Parts, FrameMaintenance, Body and Chassis Sheet Metal Parts, Frame: Sections
3. 03Body EquipmentBody Equipment: Sections
4. 04Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC): Sections
5. 05Front Wheel Suspension, Wheels and TyresFront Wheel Suspension, Wheels and Tyres: Sections
6. 06Rear Axle and Rear Wheel SuspensionRear Axle and Rear Wheel Suspension: Sections
   • Rear Axle Front Wheel Drive29 pages

     • Repair Instructions3 pages

       • Rear Axle Alignment, Check Camber and Toe-in, Check
       • Rear Axle, Remove and Install or Replace
       • Brake Servo, Remove and Install - Right Hand Drive
     • Component Locator3 pages

       • Rear axle with disc brake
       • Rear axle of all Models except 38 and 48 (Combo/Astramax)
       • Rear axle of Models 38 and 48 (Combo/Astramax)
     • Specifications3 pages

       • Camber and Toe-in, Check (not adjustable)
       • Identification of Rear Springs (up to MY '88)
       • Recommended Torque Values
     • Special Tools and Equipment › Remover/Installer
     • Other Information3 pages

       • Rear axle with disc brake
       • Rear axle of all Models except 38 and 48 (Combo/Astramax)
       • Rear axle of Models 38 and 48 (Combo/Astramax)
     • Damping Bushings › Repair Instructions2 pages

       • Damping Bushings of Rear Axle, Replace (always on both sides)
       • Damper Bushings on Vehicle Underbody, Replace - Models 38 and 48
     • Rear Wheel Hub › Repair Instructions5 pages

       • Wheel Bearing Play, Adjust
       • Rear Wheel Hub (Disc Hub), Replace One
       • Wheel Spindle, Remove and Install or Replace
       • Wheel Bearings of Rear Wheel Hub (Disc Hub), Replace Both
       • Seal Ring of One Rear Wheel Hub (Disc Hub), Replace
     • Rear Springs › Repair Instructions4 pages

       • Damper Bushings of Rear Spring, Replace - Models 38 and 48
       • Rear Springs, Remove and Install or Replace Both - all Models except 38, 48 (Combo/Astramax)
       • Damping Rings of Rear Springs, Replace
       • Additional Spring, Remove and Install or Replace - Models 38 and 48
     • Shock Absorbers3 pages

       • Repair Instructions2 pages

         • Shock Absorber, Remove and Install
         • Rubber Buffer of Shock Absorber, Replace
       • Technical Service Bulletins › Leaks › Rear shock absorber - leakage
     • Stabilizer and Rubber Parts › Repair Instructions2 pages

       • Rubber Buffer of Shock Absorber, Replace
       • Stabilizer, Remove and Install or Replace - All Models except 38 and 48
   • Car Level Control › Repair Instructions3 pages

     • Filler Valve, Replace
     • Pressure Line from Filler Valve to Shock Absorber, Replace
     • Rear springs for trailer operation are to be replaced by standard ones.
7. 07BrakesBrakes: Sections
8. 08Engine and Engine AggregatesEngine and Engine Aggregates: Sections
9. 09Clutch and TransmissionClutch and Transmission: Sections
10. 10Fuel and Exhaust SystemFuel and Exhaust System: Sections
11. 11SteeringSteering: Sections
12. 12Electrical Equipment and InstrumentsElectrical Equipment and Instruments: Sections
13. 13AccessoriesAccessories: Sections