Front Suspension

Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (60.30.25/99)

Special Service Tools








Removal

1. Remove the plenum chamber panel.
2. Release the hood support struts and secure the hood in an upright position.





3. WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the wheel and tire.

5. WARNING: Make sure that a new nut is installed.

Torque:
60 Nm





6. Torque:
110 Nm





7. NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Compress the spring and damper assembly.
Special Service Tools: G-Clamp





8. Release the damper from the knuckle assembly.

Special Service Tools: Lever, Wheel Knuckle





9. NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

Release the tension from the spring and damper assembly and remove the tool.

10. Remove the spring and damper assembly.
Torque:
30 Nm





Installation

1. CAUTION: Make sure that the brake hose is not twisted and is correctly located.

CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension.

NOTE: Make sure that the component is clean, free of foreign material and lubricant.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.