Shock With Coil Spring

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 3500 HD and 2015 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

All torques should be made with the full vehicle weight on the ground being supported by the tires.

Position the top of the shock into the upper mounting bracket.
Position the lower shock absorber in the bracket.

Fig 1: Shock Upper Nut, Washer & Bushing
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Install the top bushing, washer (2) and nut (1). Do not tighten.

Fig 2: Shock Lower Bolt & Nut
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Install the bolt and nut (2) through the bracket and the shock.
Remove the holding fixture supporting the axle.
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Tighten shock bolt and nuts to specifications. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the rear inner wheel house splash shield.