Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Align the index marks made during disassembly.

Compress the spring until the tension is released from the shock absorber.

General Equipment: Spring Compressor.
NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the shock rod from turning while installing the nut.

While holding the shock rod, install the new shock absorber and the shock rod nut.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
- Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
Install the wheel and tire. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .