4X4-Coil Over

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Fig 1: Identifying Pliers On Chrome Machined Surface Of Shock/Strut Rod

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CAUTION:

Do not use any type of pliers on the chrome machined surface of shock/strut rod to assist in the disassembly/assembly of shocks or struts. Use only tools designed to hold the shock/strut rod stationary when servicing shock or strut components.

Fig 2: Isolators

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Position the shock (1) into the coil spring (3).
Install the upper isolator (2).

Fig 3: 9362 Tool
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Install the dust cover.
Install the upper shock mounting plate (2).
Install the shock upper mounting nut.
Install Strut Nut Wrench (special tool #9362, Wrench, Strut Nut) (1) (on end of a torque wrench), 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, tighten nut to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 4: Identifying Shock Assembly And Spring
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Decompress the spring (2).
Remove the shock assembly from the spring compressor tool (1).

Fig 5: Shock Removal
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Install the shock assembly (1). Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION .