Shock Absorber Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the lower nut and bolt. Collapse the shock absorber.
4. Remove the upper nut and bolt.
5. Remove the shock absorber.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the shock absorber to the bracket.
2. Install the upper and lower shock absorber bolts. Fit the bolts in the direction shown.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the upper and lower shock absorber nuts.
- Tighten the nuts and the bolts with the front suspension loaded.
- Tighten the upper and lower shock absorber nuts to 73 Nm (54 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.