Coil Spring/Shock Assembly: Removal

NOTE: If removing left coil spring/shock assembly, remove brake master cylinder, and position aside with brakelines connected.

Remove upper shock bolts and nuts. See Figure. Raise and support vehicle at frame. Remove wheel. Remove stabilizer bar linkage from lower control arm.

NOTE: If assembly will be reinstalled, use chalk or paint (DO NOT scribe) to mark lower shock mount in relation to upper shock mount for installation reference.

Remove lower shock bolts and nuts. Remove cotter pin and nut from lower ball joint stud. Separate lower ball joint stud from steering knuckle using Ball Joint Separator (J-39549). See LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT . Remove coil spring/shock assembly.