Damper Removal and Installation

Damper Removal and Installation

NOTE: Bolts and nuts with the [star] mark are special corrosion-resistant Dacro fasteners. Use the same type if replacement is necessary.

Removal
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper location. Remove the fender skirts and rear wheels on the right and left side of the vehicle.
2. Place a jack under each end of the rear axle beam.





3. Remove the flange bolt (A) at the bottom of the damper.
4. Remove the flange bolts (B) at the top of the damper, and remove the damper assembly (C).
5. Install the damper in the reverse order of removal, and note the following item:
Install the bolts at the top and bottom of the damper and lightly tighten, raise the suspension to load the vehicle weight, then fully tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

Inspection





1. Compress the damper assembly (A) by hand, and check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension. The damper should extend smoothly and constantly when compression is released. If it does not, the gas is leaking and the damper should be replaced.
2. Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises, and binding during these tests.