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Shock Absorber: Installation

  1. To install, reverse removal procedures. Install bottom rubber bushing onto top of special shock absorber before installing into vehicle.
  2. Plugged hole in shock absorber must point toward frame crossmember and mounting pin must protrude through bore in frame crossmember.
  3. Make sure all bolts and fittings are tight and reservoir is full. Fill leveling valve by starting engine and moving leveling lever up to filling position. Check leveling suspension system for proper operation.
    TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

    Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
    Ball Joint-to-Spring Strut 48 (65)
    Fitting at Pressure Reservoir 32 (44)
    Lower Retaining Bolt 33 (45)
    Pressure Hose-to-Shock  
      Absorber Fitting 25 (34)
    Shock Absorber Fitting-to-Shock  
      Absorber 15 (20)
    Spherical Mount on Shock Absorber 48 (65)
    Upper Retaining Bolt 22 (30)
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