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Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Shock
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  1. Install the shock on the vehicle.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Shock Upper Mount
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  2. Install the shock upper mount.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the shock reinforcement and the 2 nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  4. Install the shock cover.
  5. Position the trunk trim in the proper location.
    6. Fig 3: Identifying Shock Absorber Lower Retaining Bolts
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  6. Install the lower shock bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  7. Connect the electronic air control air tube to the shock.
  8. Install the wheel and the tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

    Tighten:  Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 N.m (80 lb ft).

    9. IMPORTANT: Before lowering the vehicle onto its wheels, or before driving the vehicle if it was not on a lift, turn the ignition ON and wait approximately 45 seconds. This will permit the automatic level control (ALC) system to execute the ARC, ensuring that the air adjustable shock absorbers are filled with residual pressure.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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