Chrysler SG81282 ABSORBER-Shock

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Guide the shock absorber into place, insert the upper mounting studs through the holes in the shock tower, and tighten the nuts. Connect the lower end of the shock absorber to the knuckle and tighten the bolt/nut. Install the wheels, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts. Finally, tighten the upper mounting nuts and install the cap.

Connect the assembly to the upper control arm mount and install it into the shock tower. Align the locating pins and mounting holes and tighten the four bolts. Install the clevis on the shock absorber and tap it until properly aligned and fully seated against the locating tab. Install the bolt and tighten it. Install the clevis-to-lower control arm bolt without tightening it. Install the upper ball joint into the steering knuckle, tighten the castle nut, and install a new cotter pin. Install the speed control routing cable on the steering knuckle. Use a floor jack to raise the lower control arm to simulate normal ride height and tighten the shock absorber clevis-to-lower control arm bolt. Install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts.

Reverse the disassembly steps. When installing the sleeve on the shock absorber rod, ensure the undercut side of the sleeve faces downward. Reinstall the top and bottom shock absorber rod bushings exactly as they were when removed. Finally, install the shock absorber/coil spring assembly.