Front Shock Absorber - AWD (G2172863): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

To avoid damage to the Constant Velocity joint (CV) or CV boot, do not allow the halfshaft to hang.
Nuts and bolts must be tightened with vehicle at normal ride height.

NOTE:

Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
Some components shown removed for clarity.
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the front wheel and tire.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE
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CAUTION: Discard the nut.

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Renew Part: Stabilizer bar link upper nut Quantity: 1 .

Torque : 60Nm
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CAUTION:
- Discard the nut and bolt.
- As the halfshaft is installed extra care must be taken when positioning the jack stand and handling the assembly. Failure to follow this instruction might disassemble or damage the CV or the CV boot.
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Renew Part: Upper control arm retaining nut and bolt Quantity: 1 .

Torque : 60Nm
CAUTION: As the halfshaft is installed extra care must be taken when handling the assembly. Failure to follow this instruction might disassemble or damage the CV or the CV boot.

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Special Tool(s): JLR-204-845

Torque

Stage 1: 60Nm

Stage 2: 120°
CAUTION: Discard the nut.

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Renew Part: Shock absorber to yoke nut Quantity: 1 .

Torque : 48Nm
NOTE: If equipped.

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CAUTION: Discard the nuts.

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Renew Part: Shock absorber upper mounting nuts Quantity: 3 .

Torque : 27.5Nm
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To aid reassembly, mark the installed position of the components prior to disassembly.
WARNING: Always follow the spring compressor manufacturer's instructions.

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General Equipment: Suspension Spring Compressor
CAUTION: Discard the nut.

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Renew Part: Shock absorber upper mounting nut Quantity: 1 .

Torque : 30Nm
NOTE: Note the orientation of the components prior to removal.

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Inspect the components and renew if damaged or worn.