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Shock Absorber Replacement

Fig 1: View Of Shock Absorber
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1 Upper Shock Absorber Bolt
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tip:  Support the rear axle with a jack stand.

Tighten:  90 N.m (66 lb ft).

2 Rear Shock Absorber Bolt
Tip:  Support the rear axle with a jack stand.

Tighten:  125 N.m (92 lb ft).

3 Rear Shock Absorber