Chrysler 2005 Crossfire SRT6 Service Manual page 65

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2. Swing the lower control arm up to its mounting
position and install the bolts and nuts (1).
Note: To avoid suspension preload, the vehicle
must be at normal ride height before tightening
lower control arm bolts to final specifications.
3. Install the supporting device to the lower control
arm. Position the lower control arm so the distance
between the spring and the upper and lower
perches is snug making sure the spring is in its
correct mounting position.
4. Slowly release the front spring making sure it is in
its correct mounting position.
5. Lower and remove the supporting device so the
lower control arm is in its down position.
6. Install the shock absorber lower bolt and nut (1) to
the lower control arm. Tighten to 55 N·m (41 ft.
lbs.).
7. Lower the vehicle while guiding the shock into the
upper mounting surface.
8. Install the rubber mount and washer over the shock
absorber stud.
9. Install the shock absorber upper mounting nut (1).
Tighten to 18 N·m (13 ft. lbs.).
10. Tighten the lower control arm to 120 N·m (88 ft.
lbs.).
11. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment.
(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT
- STANDARD PROCEDURE).
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