DESCRIPTION N·m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Lower Shock Mounting To
Rear Axle
M14 X 1.5 Bolt
(SRW&DRW)
110 81 —
Upper Shock Mounting To
Frame
(SRW)
80 59 —
Upper Shock Mounting To
Frame
(DRW)
140 103 —
SHOCK
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SHOCK
A knocking or rattling noise from a shock absorber
may be caused by movement between mounting
bushings and metal brackets or attaching compo-
nents. These noises can usually be stopped by tight-
ening the attaching nuts. If the noise persists,
inspect for damaged and worn bushings, and attach-
ing components. Repair as necessary if any of these
conditions exist.
A squeaking noise from the shock absorber may be
caused by the hydraulic valving and may be intermit-
tent. This condition is not repairable and the shock
absorber must be replaced.
The shock absorbers are not refillable or adjust-
able. If a malfunction occurs, the shock absorber
must be replaced. To test a shock absorber, hold it in
an upright position and force the piston in and out of
the cylinder four or five times. The action throughout
each stroke should be smooth and even.
The shock absorber bushings do not require any
type of lubrication. Do not attempt to stop bushing
noise by lubricating them. Grease and mineral oil-
base lubricants will deteriorate the bushing.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the shock absorber bolt from the rear
axle (Fig. 1).
(3) Unsnap the clip for the ALB lever (left hand
side) (Fig. 1).
(4) Remove the ALB lever from the upper shock
bolt/stud (Fig. 1).
(5) Remove the shock absorber bolt from the frame
side (Fig. 1).
(6) Remove the shock absorber (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the shock absorber (Fig. 1).
(2) Install the shock absorber bolt to the frame
side (Fig. 1) Tighten to 80 N·m (59 ft.lbs.) for (SRW)
or Tighten to 140 N·m (103 ft.lbs.) for (DRW).
(3) Install the ALB lever to the upper shock bolt/
stud (left hand side only) (Fig. 1).
(4) Snap the clip for the ALB lever (Fig. 1).
(5) Install the shock absorber bolt to the rear axle
(Fig. 1) Tighten to 70 N·m (52 ft.lbs.) for (M12X1.5
bolt) or Tighten to 110 N·m (81 ft.lbs.) for (M14X1.5
bolt).
(6) Lower the vehicle.
Fig. 1 SHOCK ABSORBER (LEFT SIDE SHOWN)
1 - CLIP
2 - WASHER
3 - MOUNTING STUD/BOLT
4 - WASHER
5 - NUT
6 - FRAME
7 - SHOCK ABSORBER
8 - BOLT
9 - NUT
10 - ALB LEVER
VA REAR 2 - 13
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