Shock Absorbers (Colt, Colt 200 & Summit): Reassembly

1. To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Ensure dust cover fits over edge of cup assembly. Ensure bracket assembly is installed with studs rotated 90 degrees to the shock assembly lower bushing inner tube. Tighten lock nut. See Fig 1.
2. Ensure coil spring is correctly positioned in spring pad grooves. Tighten piston rod lock nut to specification. See appropriate TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article.

Fig 1: Installing Shock Absorber Bracket Assembly (Standard Shock)

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NOTE: Coil springs have color marks for spring identification and load classification. When replacing springs, ensure markings are correct for appropriate vehicle.