Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Suspension Page 7
10. Install the new bushings in reverse order.
HINT: Apply a light coating of grease to the bushing before pressing into
the spring eye.
11. Install the spring onto the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to Replace the Front Springs section for information
regarding installing the front springs.
12. Repeat for the other spring.
13. Lower the vehicle.
14. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
15. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
16. Release the parking brake and test drive the vehicle.
REPLACE THE SHOCKS
Front
It is recommended to replace both front shocks as a set.
NOTE: On some vehicles it may be required to remove the front wheel to
gain access to the shock mounting bolts. Refer to Tires and Wheels
section for information regarding removing the front wheels.
6. Some vehicles may require that the wheels be lifted off of the ground and supported with jack
stands to replace the shocks.
7. Remove the upper and lower shock bolts.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of adequate capacity
to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and support devices
of rated load capacity may result in severe bodily
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