Shock Absorber Replacement

Shock Absorber Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).

Notice: The rear axle must not be allowed to hang freely while servicing rear suspension components. Not supporting the rear axle will result in damage to the upper control arm and/or to the air suspension components.

2. Support the rear axle.




3. Remove the shock absorber upper mounting bolt.




4. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
5. Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the shock absorber to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolt.

Tighten the shock absorber lower mounting bolt to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).




3. Install the shock absorber upper mounting bolt.

Tighten the shock absorber upper mounting nut to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).

4. Remove the support from the rear axle.
5. Lower the vehicle.