Shock Absorber Replacement
Shock Absorber ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the shock absorber upper mounting nut.
3. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting nut and the bolt (left hand).
4. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt, the nut, and park brake cable bracket (right hand).
5. Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the shock absorber to the vehicle.
2. Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolt, the nut, and the parking brake bracket (right hand).
3. Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolt and the nut (left hand).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the shock absorber upper mounting nut.
- Tighten the shock absorber upper and lower mounting nuts to 107 Nm (79 ft. lbs.).
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Dispose of the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Disposal.