Shock Module Replacement

This article has been updated by TSB# 06-03-08-011 dated August 28,2006.


Shock Module Replacement

Tools Required
^ J 36607 Ball Joint Separator

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the shock module upper retaining nuts.





2. Raise and support the vehicle.

Notice: Use care when handling the coil springs in order to avoid chipping or scratching the coating. Damage to the coating will result in premature failure of the coil springs.

3. Remove the tire and wheel.
4. Loosen the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.







5. Remove the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 36607.

Pry the yoke away from the control arm to install the J 36607.





6. Remove the J 36607 and the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.

7. Remove the shock module from the shock tower and lower control arm.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the shock module to the shock tower and lower control arm.
2. Install the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
3. Lower the vehicle.





4. Install the shock module upper retaining nuts.
Tighten the shock module upper retaining nuts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Raise the vehicle.





6. Install the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.
Tighten the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the tire and wheel.
8. Lower the vehicle.