Shock Absorber, Suspension: Installation

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1. Position the shock absorber (2) to the body bracket and install the shock absorber upper bolt (1) and nut. Do not tighten at this time.

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2. Raise or lower the rear axle using a jack as necessary until the shock absorber lower bolt (2) can be inserted through the axle flange and shock absorber lower mounting eye.
3. Install the nut on the shock absorber lower bolt (2). Do not tighten at this time.
4. Remove the jack.
5. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
6. Position the vehicle on an alignment rack/drive-on lift. Raise the lift as necessary to access the rear suspension while keeping the vehicle at curb (riding) height.
7. Tighten the shock absorber upper and lower bolt nuts to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .