FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Removal






4X4-COIL OVER

Special Tools:










1. Remove the shock (1) Removal.





2. Install the shock assembly (3) in the Branick 7200(R) spring removal/installation tool or equivalent (1).
3. Compress the spring (2).





4. Position Strut Nut Wrench (1), on shock shaft retaining nut. Next, insert 8 mm socket though Wrench onto hex located on end of shock shaft. While holding shock shaft from turning, remove nut from shock shaft using Wrench (1).
5. Remove the upper shock nut.





6. Remove the shock upper mounting plate.
7. Remove the dust cover.
8. Remove and inspect the upper spring isolator (2).
9. Remove the shock.