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HDX087A
Shock Absorber
REMOVING
1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the
wheels and to release load on the suspension.
2. Remove the two cap screws and nuts securing each
front shock absorber to the frame and upper A-arm.
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3. Remove the two cap screws and nuts securing each
rear shock absorber to the frame and lower A-arm.
Account for four spacers and O-rings from each.
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4. Using a suitable shock spring compressor, compress
the shock absorber spring, remove the spring
retainer, and remove the spring.
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CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all shock absorber components in parts-clean-
ing solvent.
2. Inspect each shock rod for nicks, pits, rust, bends,
and oily residue.
3. Inspect all springs, spring retainers, shock rods,
sleeves, bushings, shock bodies, and eyelets for
cracks, leaks, and bends.
INSTALLING
1. Place the shock absorber spring over the shock
absorber, compress the spring, and install the
retainer.
2. Place bushings and sleeves (where appropriate) into
shock eyelet; then install shocks with two cap screws
and nuts.
3. Tighten the shock absorber cap screws to 35 ft-lb.
4. Remove the vehicle from the support stand.
Rear Shock Absorber Spring
REMOVING
1. Using soft jaws or a shop towel, secure the bottom
shock assembly eyelet into a vise; then, using readily
available shock spring compressors, install the spring
compressors onto the spring towards the bottom end
of the assembly.
! WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
CAUTION
Additional support stands are necessary to support the
rear axle when the shock absorbers are removed or
damage may occur.
Front
Rear
! WARNING
Shock absorber springs are under high compression
loads. Do not attempt to remove springs without an ade-
quate spring compressor. Sever injury could result.
Front
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