97-03 Shock Removal and Installation

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Shock Absorber

Removal & Installation

To Remove:

1. Safely raise and support the vehicle.

***WARNING***
Only lower the rear axle enough to access the rear spring.​

2. Support rear axle housing assembly with a jack.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
4. Lower shock absorber bolt.
5. Upper shock absorber nut.
6. Shock absorber.

To Install:

1. Install or connect the following:

• Shock absorber
• Upper shock absorber nut
  A) Torque to: 22-29 ft. lbs. (30-40 Nm)
• Lower shock absorber bolt
  A) Torque to: 56-75 ft. lbs. (77-103 Nm)

4. Remove the support jack.
3. Lower the vehicle.