B
SUSPENSION AND S
FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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FRONT SUSPENSION
Figure 7 Front Suspension Components
Front Shock Absorber Replacement
Tool List
Quantity
Wrench, 9/16”.............................................................. 1
Remove the nut (1) from the bottom of the shock
absorber (2) at the front axle (3) (Figure 7).
Compress shock absorber to clear the mounting bracket.
Loosen the nut (30) securing the top of the shock
absorber to the vehicle frame, then rotate the shock
absorber while holding the nut in place with a wrench.
Remove the shock
absorber.
*NOTE: Tie Rod Not Shown for Clarity
Part of
Frame
Part of
Frame
22
2
30
5
4
1
24
20
18
18
26
27
17
25
3
29
16
14
15
Front of Vehicle
17
24
28
18
11
12
10
6
8
7
9
19
13
21
23
22
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