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Front Suspension

Fig. 16 Shock absorber replacement:





1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Hold shock upper stem from turning with a suitable wrench and remove nut, retainer and grommet.
3. Remove lower shock pivot bolts and the shock, Fig. 16.
4. Reverse procedure to install. Torque upper attaching nut to 15 ft. lbs. and lower attaching bolts to 18 ft. lbs.