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4X4-Coil Over

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Fig 1: Shock Removal
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  1. Remove the shock (1). Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, Suspension , Removal .
    Fig 2: Identifying Shock Assembly And Spring
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  2. Install the shock assembly (3) in the Branick 7200 R spring removal/installation tool or equivalent (1).
  3. Compress the spring (2).
    Fig 3: 9362 Tool
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  4. Position Strut Nut Wrench (special tool #9362, Wrench, Strut Nut) (1), on shock shaft retaining nut. Next, insert 8 mm socket though Wrench onto hex located on end of shock shaft. While holding shock shaft from turning, remove nut from shock shaft using Wrench (1).
  5. Remove the upper shock nut.
    Fig 4: Isolators
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  6. Remove the shock upper mounting plate.
  7. Remove the dust cover.
  8. Remove and inspect the upper spring isolator (2).
  9. Remove the shock.