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5. Remove the top spring.
6. Clean all of the shock absorber components in a parts-
cleaning solvent.
7. Inspect each shock rod for nicks, pits, rust, bends, and
oil residue.
8. Inspect all of the spring retainers, shock rods, spring
couplers, shock bodies, and eyelets for cracks, leaks,
or bends.
INSTALLING
Front
1. With the proper orientation, slide the top spring,
spring coupler, and spring support plate up to the lock
ring.
WC786B
2. Install the main spring up to the spring support plate.
3. With the lower support plate in position, install the
spring retainer.
WC795
4. Install the shocks using the two cap screws and nuts.
Tighten the screws to 40 ft-lb.
Rear
1. With the proper orientation, slide the top spring and
spring support plate up to the lock ring.
WC792
2. With the support plates facing opposite directions on
the spring coupler, slide the coupler into the upper
spring; then slide the lower spring into position.
WC794A
3. With the lower support plate in position, install the
spring retainer.
WC 795
4. Install the shocks using the two cap screws and nuts.
Tighten the upper rear cap screw to 40 ft-lb and the
lower rear cap screws to 35 ft-lb.
Front A-Arms
REMOVING
1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the
front wheels; then remove the wheels and account for
the hub plate.
