Overhaul

Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

Disassembly

WARNING: Ensure the spring compressor Safe Working Load (SWL) meets or exceeds the spring rating quoted in the Specifications section. For additional information, refer to Specifications

WARNING: Always follow the spring compressor manufacturer's instructions.
1
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.
2 Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
3 Install a suitable spring compressor in a vise.
4 Install the shock absorber and spring assembly in the spring compressor.
- Compress the spring just sufficiently to relieve the spring tension.




5 Remove the shock absorber.
- Restrain the shock absorber spindle, remove and discard the nut.
- Remove the upper bush rebound plate and upper bush.
- Remove the upper mounting assembly.
- Remove the dust tube and rebound plate assembly.
- Remove the spring aid.
6 Remove the spring from the spring compressor.




7 Clean and inspect the components for deterioration.
- To aid reassembly, mark the position of the rubber insulator in relation to the upper mounting plate.
- Remove the rubber insulator.
- Remove the spacer.
- Remove the rebound plate from the dust tube.

Assembly





1 Install the spring in the spring compressor.
- Make sure the spring is installed with the close coils positioned towards the top of the shock absorber.
2 Install the spring aid.
3 Install the dust tube.
- Install the rebound plate into the dust tube.
4 Install the shock absorber.
- Make sure the spring is correctly located in the spring seat.
5 Install the upper mounting.
- Install the spacer and rubber insulator, making sure the spacer drops over the stud heads and the insulator is aligned with the mark made previously.
- Install the upper bush and upper bush rebound plate.
- Install a new nut and tighten to 98 Nm (72 lb.ft).
6 Install the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly