FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Page E-5
Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings.
B
B
FRONT SUSPENSION
Fig. 6 Front Suspension Components
Front Shock Absorber Replacement
Tool List
Qty. Required
Wrench, 9/16".............................................................. 1
Remove the nut (1) from the bottom of the shock
absorber(2) at the front axle (3)(Ref. Fig. 6 on Page E-5)
Compress shock absorber to clear the mounting
bracket.
Loosen the nut securing the top of the shock absorber to
the vehicle frame and then rotate the shock absorber
while holding the nut in place with a wrench.
Remove the shock
absorber.
Installation of shock absorber is reverse of disassembly.
Mounting nuts should be tightened until rubber bushings
(4) expand to diameter of shock absorber washers (5).
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*NOTE: Tie Rod Not
Shown for
Clarity
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Part of
Frame
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Part of
Frame
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