Stabilizer Bar - Jeep J-10 Series 1982 Technical & Service Manual

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REBOUND CLIP

Fig. 2N-2 Front Spring and Shock Absorber—Cherokee-Wagoneer-Truck Models

damaged shock mounting components. Repair as neces

sary if any of these conditions are discovered.

The shock absorber bushings do not require any type

of lubrication. Do not lubricate the bushings in an at

tempt to reduce bushing noises. Grease or mineral oil-

base lubricants can cause deterioration of the bushing

The shock absorbers are not refillable or adjustable. If

a malfunction occurs, the shock absorber must be re

placed as an assembly. To test a unit, hold it in an

upright position and work the shock piston up and down

four or five times. Shock action throughout each stroke

should be smooth and produce an equal amount of re

sistance in each direction.

Shock Absorber Replacement

(1) Raise vehicle.

(2) Position hydraulic jack under axle and raise axle

to relieve springs of axle weight.

(3) Remove washers and locknuts attaching shock

absorber to upper and lower mounting pins.

(4) Remove shock absorber and remove bushings

from shock mounting eyes.

(5) Install replacement bushings in shock mounting

eyes. Do not lubricate bushings, install them dry.

(6) Position replacement shock absorber on mount

(7) Install shock absorber attaching washers and

locknuts. Tighten locknuts to specified torque.

(8) Lower vehicle and remove hydraulic jack.

STABILIZER BAR

The stabilizer bar extends across the front underside

of the frame and is attached to the frame rails by clamps

and rubber bushings (fig. 2N-7). The bar ends extend

rearward to a position above the front springs and are

connected to the axle and springs by connecting links

(fig. 2N-8).

Troubleshooting