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15. Connect the parking brake cable and conduit to the parking brake levers.
16. Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to
Section 205 - 01 .
17. Install both mufflers. For additional information, refer to Section 309 - 00 .
18. Install both wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
19. Remove the jack stand from the No. 1 crossmember.
20. Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 00 .
21. Check wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 00 . Klj . 8 ba
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Shock Absorber
Removal
WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will
extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during removal or
component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is
necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used
as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
CAUTION: When using a hoist that lifts the vehicle by the frame, install new shock
absorbers one at a time.
1. Open the luggage compartment lid. Position the carpet out of the way.
2. Remove and discard the retaining nut, washer and insulator assembly.
3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
4. Remove the shock absorber (18125). 1. Remove and discard the bolt and nut.
2. Remove the shock absorber.
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1. Correctly prime the new shock absorber. For additional information, refer to
Section 204 - 00 .
2. Install a new washer and insulator on the shock absorber.
3. Position the shock absorber and install a new bolt and a new nut.
4. NOTE: When using a hoist that lifts the vehicle by the frame, have an assistant guide the shock
absorber into the body while lowering the hoist.
Lower the vehicle.
5. Install a new insulator, washer and nut.
6. Position the carpet and close the luggage compartment lid. Klj . 2 ba
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Damper
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is
necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used
as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
3. Disconnect the damper from the axle. 1. Remove the bolt.
2. Disconnect the damper.
4. Remove the damper. 1. Remove the nut.
2. Remove the outer washer.
3. Remove the damper.
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2. Install the damper.
1. Install the damper on the rear bracket.
2. Install the outer washer.
3. Install the nut. Do not tighten the nut at this time.
3. Connect the damper to the axle. 1. Position the damper.
2. Install the bolt.
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5. Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to
Section 204 - 04 .
6. Lower the vehicle. Klj . 3 ba
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