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Shock Absorber Replacement

Never raise vehicle from under the V shaped channel on the rear axle.
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Lift control arm to relieve tension from shock absorber. The shock absorber mounting bolts are not interchangeable. Mark location of bolt before removing.
3. Remove upper and lower shock absorber attaching bolts, then the shock absorber.
4. Reverse procedure to install.