Steering Damper: Service and Repair

Steering Linkage Shock Absorber Replacement

Tools Required

^ J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller
^ J 29193 Steering Linkage Installer (12 mm)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped.

3. Important:
Do not reuse the nut.

Remove the steering linkage shock absorber (2) ball stud nut (1).





4. Remove the shock absorber ball stud from the relay rod using the J 24319-B.





5. Important:
Do not reuse the nut.

Remove the shock absorber mounting bolt (5) and the nut (6).
6. Remove the shock absorber (4) from the vehicle.
7. Inspect the following parts:
^ The shock absorber for leaks and damage
^ The mounting bolts and the nuts for damage or corrosion

Installation Procedure





1. Install the shock absorber (4).
2. Install the mounting bolt (5) and a new prevailing torque nut (6).
3. Install the shock absorber ball stud (2) to the relay rod (3).





4. Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice.

Install the J 29193.
5. Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud in the relay rod.

Tighten the installer to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).

6. Remove the J 29193.
7. Install the prevailing torque nuts.
^ Tighten the shock absorber mounting nut to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the ball stud nut to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
9. Lower the vehicle.