How to Replace Rear Struts 03-07 Honda Accord

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install , fix, change or replace your front shocks with their loaded struts. This video is applicable to the 03, 04, 05, 06, 07 Honda Accord
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2003 Honda Accord
2004 Honda Accord
2005 Honda Accord
2006 Honda Accord
2007 Honda Accord
🔧 List of tools used:
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• 14mm Socket 1aau.to/oiG/1AX...
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• Ratchet 1aau.to/ojB/1AX...
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/ofv/1AX...
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[@bronniesboy]

Wondering if you have a video to do 2008》 accord rear strut as the rear seat valence and parcel shelf look a little different

[@eddiewardsautogaming9096]

For everyone whining about the scratches on the lip of the fender look at 7:56. They took the time before finishing the video to repair any scratches they made. Stuff happens. She could have opted to do this the easy way using power tools or asking for a second hand. Instead she did the job the same way most people in their driveway would do it. That way they dont have unrealistic expectations of how difficult the job is. She did a wonderful job. 1A auto always mkae top notch videos!!

[@Bustafunny]

@7:39 chipped the paint on the inside top of the wheel opening arch by forcing the new strut in without providing enough clearance first. Looked like one of the studs was making contact. Use a little more leverage by gripping the pry bar farther out on the handle to get sufficient clearance. Never force it in.

[@schifoso]

And putting back light colored seat parts with greased up latex gloves. Not cool.

[@sle6497]

She is a tough lady. Work on car without power tools. Great job.

[@1AAuto]

+S Le Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@edwarddemedeiros3607]

First time watching your videos where I actually cringed when you were taking that strut out and putting the new one in! I think banging the car's paint job isn't part of doing that job. Otherwise, well done.

[@dknight211]

Thanks so much for this great video! The rear strut of my 07 Accord just failed, leaking all over the ground, and this video is very well done and easy to follow!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +dknight211

[@garymcdonald6529]

Excellent video, you can tell that the tech is very experienced, knows her job and does it well.

[@Calirules300]

I couldn’t watched how many times you were banging that strut on the car and scratching it.

[@auston.e8493]

Only time people even look at the outside of their car is when they get body work done, dont'chya know?

[@Calirules300]

Auston.E I bought $60k car and believe me I check it a lot. Under 10k car I don’t care where I park it. I would hate to give my car to mechanic and receive it back with dents.

[@auston.e8493]

@@Calirules300 right, aaallll of you "check it alot" that's how your certain those rock chips on your hood/front bumper were NOT there before the body shop replaced your fender! 😅 i

[@Calirules300]

Auston.E that’s quarter panel, no one replacing that. I more worrying about someone slamming door at my car or bumper bumping.

[@dickhead3245]

7:39 ouch. True that no one will see that damage but overtime it will start to rust and spread if left untreated.

[@DDJ562]

well organized / executed video. Makes the replacement very easy.

[@all1001races]

Very useful Was able to do it all myself with stuff I had in my garage! Saves me hundreds

[@1AAuto]

+DubPlays Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@ehernandez1897]

Hat's off to this awesome video and all the others you make; A1 Auto for parts.🤗

[@user-h2d5q]

Thank you 1A auto. I will be purchasing a set of rear struts very soon!

[@1AAuto]

+@parchedgoat11 Thanks for checking us out. Shop for high quality auto parts on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@Michael-lm2ze]

U totally hit that fender and chipped the paint

[@PaulAmeliaIsland]

Honda recommends removing the strut underneath through the opening created when you pivot the sway bar link out of the way. The problem with removing the strut through the wheel well is the damage to the paint.

[@michaelscott5998]

Great job. I love to see women do thing's people claim they cannot do like men. I have 3 daughter's and tell them all the time. They can do anything anyone else can do.

[@rookietoprobuildz]

I love this useful information ! Planning on upgrading the suspension on my 7th Gen Accord project car soon

[@TheTTVert]

Thanks for the vid! You didn't need that paint at the top of the wheel well anyway.. :D

[@dannielsawulski1221]

Does the suspension have to be under load when I torque down the strut and any multi links I have disconnected?

[@HRPMProjects]

Great video! Awesome instructor! very straight forward. thank you :)

[@YARDI387]

Thank you very much...so thorough!!

[@hectorgalvan8674]

Loved this vid can you guys make a catalytic converter replacement video for this same model. Thank you

[@briangreen430]

I'm glad to see y'all replaced the rotors at the end! Great video.

[@markferraro5250]

Great work lady

[@mansoorkhalid716]

great video! are the steps similar for 2003 Acura 3.2 TL sedan? thanks in advanced!!

[@1AAuto]

+Mansoor Khalid It may be a similar procedure! Thanks for checking us out!

[@Knowledgexxxx]

Amazing thank you for this video

[@1AAuto]

+monk loss Thanks for checking us out!

[@excalibursgarden]

You used the most awesome Torque Wrench I've EVER seen. seriously. what model is it? or where can I get one! thanks for the great video, will make replacing the rear struts in my wifes' car a snap, I NEVER would have guessed how to get at the top bolts of the rear struts under the back seat like that. Keep up the great videos!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for the great feedback! +Paul Bailey

[@excalibursgarden]

@@1AAuto But seriously, the Torque wrench in the video is the best! where can I get one? the one linked to in the description is a "click Type" not the digital one used in the video. thoughts?

[@4seeableTV]

The wrench is a Cornwell CTG 3000.

[@josedurham9772]

Muchas gracias!!!!

[@vicosee4439]

And thats the way you get rusty quarter panels, I mean it happens just clean and add a dab of primer and paint probably costs $12 to do or be more careful next time

[@1AAuto]

+vico see Thanks for the tip!

[@sidds2004]

Shear dedication Excellent job

[@jacobpavone3477]

4:14, i CAN'T get that bolt out for the life of me. i'm just not strong enough to pull it. it comes mostly out and then gets STUUUUCCCCCCCKKKKKKK.

[@lizzjordan9582]

Can you guys do a video on a fender replacement on a 2005 Honda Accord

[@1AAuto]

+Lizz Jordan We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@2lotsill]

Want a set of ratchets of like those.

[@Thors_Garage]

This is a really great and informative video all the way until then when she says and does what she does

[@ajvaleriani9284]

Anyone notice the comparison at the end... it's not the same spring diameter like she says. You can clearly see and if you count the coils.

[@georgerocks5191]

Every single video I have seen her do, she scratches the car she is working on! LOL

[@davidalexander4259]

Excellent video thanks

[@playgan0716]

Do you have a video for 04 acura tl rear shocks replacements?

[@VuLe-zn1sm]

very good video. thank you

[@1AAuto]

+Vu Le Thank you for your feedback!

[@tomnutt6022]

Good video on how to get to the top of the strut but I just did the same job only removed the upper control arm on the side closest to the tire and the strut came out and went in no prob without the damaged fender. It's clear there was a little damage weather big or small the customer expected the job done right without any extra damage to their car. Definitely not a professional job

[@fernandocolone7359]

I need that digital torque wrench

[@88krazie]

I'd like to see you use a measuring caliper on both the old and new spring diameter, i would put money on it that they are NOT the same.

[@1AAuto]

+oespo oespo19 We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1AAuto.com

[@haydenlifts1267]

Hey was wondering were to get the rear sway bar mounts ?

[@Charkatak]

Hi, I enjoy watching your repair videos! Have a question. If I buy rear shocks only(not assembly) for my Acura RL, do you think I can just reuse and transfer parts such as: plastic boot, washers, bump stop and upper shock mount OR at the very least, which part do you recommend replacing?

[@thathatchguy]

I can understand that you're probably wanting to save money but honestly it's worth it just to buy the whole assembly for the simple fact of saving you the time and hassle of going through the old assembly just to reuse those parts. But again if you don't mind doing the work then yeah you can reuse those parts but it's also not recommended.

[@PatrickLongtin]

Anyone have a problem removing the seat side panels? I removed the bolts but cannot get the upper clips to remove from either side. 2006 Accord EX.

[@omarG19100]

will be doing this 2morro. i did the front already =]

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out. Shop here for high quality auto parts: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c +Omar Chisolm

[@vijayreddyvarakantham2964]

Do we need alignment after replacing sturts and swa bars

[@1AAuto]

+@vijayreddyvarakantham2964 Yes, an alignment should be done after the replacement of these items.

[@faustoflores2768]

How long does this take to do ? Thinking about doing it myself

[@yodead369]

So, Scratch the body and paint while overly exerting force!

[@mychannelsucks1244]

I don't know about the quality of these parts your company sells. But I do know they're all made in Chy-na and Mexico. *With low end quality specs*

[@ewallacestudent1]

Nice job

[@Newyorkian2023]

Good video

[@akrandom94089]

Now do this again but this time, don't smash the top of the strut into the paint of the car

[@OG-Malinali]

Is it the same for 03 coupes?

[@jayfrz7567]

If you do this to one side do you have to do it to the other even tho the strut is still in decent shape ? Thanks in advance

[@1AAuto]

+JayFrz It is best to change them in pairs, but if the other side is still OK, you don't need to. Thanks for checking us out!

[@jakeamato6761]

@@1AAuto You asshats must sell tires too.

[@1AAuto]

+Jake Amato We do not currently sell tires.

[@jenniferchavez897]

I have a question I have a 2006 accord with 150,000 miles rear shock need to be replace i was wondering if is recommended to replace spring

[@jakeamato6761]

I'm sure you don't need this info 3 months later, but you're better off buying quick struts (they are the shock with a new spring already put together). A good replacement set (I like KYB) costs more, but you'll save a ton on labor cost. You'll have new shocks AND springs for less than the shocks alone.

[@levimagnusson5880]

@@jakeamato6761 have you replaced your struts with KYB? Does it ride similar to the OEM struts? I want to get KYB for the quality, but want the ride to be the same as the original

[@rileys.9975]

Yea and when you are done, the quarter panel has a ton of little scratches from you banging that strut against it. Wasn’t being very careful in this video

[@1AAuto]

+Riley S. Thanks for the feedback!

[@chrisf.9040]

7:40 ouch 🤔😂

[@1AAuto]

+notorious fab Thanks for checking us out. 1AAuto.com

[@johnyposterus]

RIP paint

[@miraclesmusic]

Rough work - banging on rear fender - use jacks to hold it on position instead of prybar???? and power tools would speed it up!! -but good info and great filming!

[@LrdnBeast]

Approximately how long does it take to do that.

[@abbsgarage.9676]

And of course if you got snap on tools makes it easier.... No joke.

[@1987danew]

I guess I need a pry bar

[@richardstull9310]

Are both rear struts have the same p/n ???

[@1AAuto]

+Richard Stull Thanks for watching! Yes they are interchangeable on this vehicle.

[@huzaifahjaved]

Where are the ball joints located? My car swifts away on bumpy road from back

[@1AAuto]

+huzaifa javed Thanks for watching! The ball joints are located on the ends of the control arms that attach to the spindle.

[@jameshennighan8193]

SHOULD HAVE The new strut should have been offered up to the top first and the nuts put on loosely BEFORE using the pry bar to get the bottom in.. Notice how the paint on the wheel arch was chipped forcing it in....? Otherwise very informative and thorough....... James Hennighan Yorkshire, England

[@1AAuto]

+James Hennighan Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

[@IllaWondah]

For those who say "but but you scratched it.." Have you done that particular car?? Aside from removing both control arms from the spindle there is NO way to avoid scratching the under side of the wheel well.. But if you say it's possible post a video of it .. And your cash app.. I'll wait

[@N2BURNIN]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioe9amOFjbd_sK8 This is how you do it. I have the same car & Honda Service Manual. The sway bar links are to be removed, AND the suspension "loaded" when tightening main strut bolt.

[@nelsonjaneiro5543]

Thas how you make a fucking video thank you👍

[@omarG19100]

oh and great job.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Omar Chisolm

[@omarG19100]

@@1AAuto yesir. Been a sub for a few yrs. love watching. the way you guys explain things can make a DIYer be able to understand and achieving jobs like this long as they have proper tools and guidance. (1aauto). kerp it up.

[@ggtaruc2578]

May I ask what digital torque wrench you are using?

[@matthewdo9027]

The video will be more useful if you share what was wrong with the old part, why did you replace it.

[@GTR24]

07 Honder Accord

[@Fvlkkon263]

It’s a pain doing it on the floor with one person it’s better too have someone adult around too push down on the brake rotors

[@G4_28]

But not how to lose strut mount ??

[@stringqueso]

Is an alignment needed after this ?

[@1AAuto]

+String Cheese We always recommend an alignment after steering or suspension parts are replaced. Thanks for watching.

[@MrNightpwner]

Coupe the same?

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking us out! Yes, it should be the same or similar procedure for both the sedan and coupe design. Hope this helps you out. +MrNightpwner

[@OGPIN787]

Big scratch 7:38 🥲😵‍💫

[@jneedee]

2:01 "Geezus"...

[@JoseMorales-te2gt]

nice shop but no power tools :(

[@1AAuto]

+Jose Morales Thanks for the feedback!

[@AxelCSL]

7:38 OMG

[@mikequiles3439]

Why don’t u use a impact gun if u have a lift

[@1AAuto]

+Mike Quiles Out techs try to show how to replace with tools the average customer will have available. Thanks for watching.

[@midnightsrt1021]

Aaand goodbye paint

[@See_through866]

I have to pull out the back seats? Bruhhhhh

[@paulselck1701]

Is this similar to a 2011?

[@1AAuto]

+Paul Selck We currently do not have an auto repair video specific to your vehicle. You might be able to apply some of the basic steps shown in this video to your application.