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Shock Absorber Replacement (GNE)

Shock Absorber Replacement (GNE)



Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

3. Remove the rear wheelhouse panel liner from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .


1

Upper Fastener (Qty: 2)

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedure

1. Install NEW bolts.

2. Apply locking agent on the bolts.


Tighten

100 Nm (74 lb ft)

2

Lower Fastener


Procedure

1. Install NEW bolt.

2. Tightening to torque takes place when vehicle is standing on the ground.


Tighten

150 Nm (110 lb ft) + 60 to 75 degrees

3

Shock Absorber Bracket Nut

Tighten

20 Nm (15 lb ft)

4

Shock Absorber Bracket

Procedure

Transfer the bracket to the new shock absorber.

5

Shock Absorber

Procedure

Disconnect any electrical connectors, if equipped.