Shock Absorbers: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 1987 GMC Safari, 1987 GMC S15 Pickup, 1987 GMC S15 Jimmy, 1987 GMC Cab & Chassis, and 1987 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support vehicle. Using an open end wrench, hold upper stem from turning while detaching upper stem retaining nut, retainer and rubber grommet at top of shock absorber.
- Remove 2 bolts retaining lower shock absorber pivot to lower control arm. Pull shock absorber down and out from bottom, then remove from vehicle.
NOTE:
Hydraulic fluid filled shock will develop an air void if not kept in a vertical position (top end up). Faulty diagnosis can result if air is not purged from unit.