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Front Suspension Components
4.
Install a new bolt, washer, and new flanged locknut. Tighten the hardware to 110 ft-lb (148 N·m), applying
torque to the bolt side.
5.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 for the remaining side if necessary.
6.
Align the front wheels. See Wheel Alignment on page 7-10.
FRONT COIL-OVER SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL
1.
Lift and support the front of vehicle and remove the wheels. See Lifting The Vehicle on page 3-7.
2.
Place a floor jack under the lower A-arm at the lower ball joint, and raise the jack just enough to allow the A-arm
assembly to rest on the jack.
3.
Remove the flange-head bolt. Separate the bottom of the shock absorber from the top A-arm assembly (Figure
7-39, Page 7-20).
4.
Remove the bolt and flanged locknut from the top of the shock mount. Remove the shock absorber.
5.
Repeat steps for the remaining shock absorber.
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Figure 7-38 Jack Stand Placement
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Figure 7-39 Front Shock Bottom Mount
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STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
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Figure 7-40 Front Shock Top Mount