Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

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Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY - FRONT or SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY - REAR .
Using a suitable spring compressor, compress the spring until the tension is released from the shock absorber.

Fig 1: Compressing Spring
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Disassemble the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.

Fig 2: Exploded View Of Shock Absorber And Spring Assembly
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Item 1: Shock Absorber-to-Upper Mount Nut Disassembly Note

While holding the flats of the washer, remove the nut.

Fig 3: Shock Absorber-To-Upper Mount Nut Tightening Torque Specifications
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