4X4-Coil Over

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

All suspension components should be tighten with the weight of the vehicle on them (curb height).

Fig 1: Shock Removal

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Install the shock (1) back in place in the vehicle.

Fig 2: Upper Shock Nuts
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Install the upper part of the shock (2) into the frame bracket (3).
Install the upper nuts (1) and tighten to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 3: Lower Shock Mount
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Install the lower part of the shock (5) into the lower control arm shock bushing (7).
Install and position bolt (6) so head of bolt is facing rearward of vehicle and hand start nut. Tighten the bolt (6) and nut to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the upper ball joint to the knuckle and install the retaining nut and tighten to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the axle hub nut and tighten to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the stabilizer link lower nut and tighten to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
Reconnect the wheel speed sensor wiring to the knuckle and upper control arm.
Install the rotor. Refer to ROTOR, Brake , Installation .
Install the caliper adapter with the caliper. Refer to ADAPTER, Disc Brake Caliper , Installation .
Remove the support from the lower control arm outboard end.
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheels , Standard Procedure .
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.