Front Suspension System: Removal & Installation Chevrolet TrailBlazer I

Installation Procedure

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1. Install the stabilizer shaft link and the washer to the lower control arm.
2. Install the stabilizer shaft link to lower control arm retaining nut.
3. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the stabilizer shaft. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the stabilizer shaft link to stabilizer shaft retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the stabilizer shaft retaining nuts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
5. Lower the vehicle.

Removal Procedure

1. Raise the and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp from the stabilizer shaft insulator.
4. Lower the stabilizer shaft and remove the stabilizer shaft insulator.

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1. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator to stabilizer shaft with slit facing the front of the vehicle.
2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp to the stabilizer shaft insulator. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts. Tighten Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp mounting bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
4. Lower the vehicle.

Upper Ball Joint Replacement

Tools Required

1. J 9519-E Lower Ball Joint Remover and Installer
2. J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Set
3. J 45117 Ball Joint Installation Spacer

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25880931142005090500000) or «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S13217012622005090500000) .
4. Remove the upper ball joint retaining clip.
5. Remove the upper ball joint boot.
6. Remove the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle using J 9519-E .

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1. Install the upper ball joint to steering knuckle using J 9519-E, J 21474-01 , and J 45117 .
2. Install the upper ball joint retaining clip.
3. Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25880931142005090500000) or «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S13217012622005090500000) .
4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel Alignment.

Lower Ball Joint Replacement

Tools Required

1. J 9519-E Ball Joint Remover and Installer Set
2. J 34874 Booster Seal Remover/Installer
3. J 41435 Ball Joint Installer
4. J 45105-1 Ball Joint Flaring Adapter
5. J 45105-2 Receiver

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the steering knuckle with wheel hub and bearing attached. Refer to «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25880931142005090500000) or «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S13217012622005090500000) .
4. Remove the lower ball joint flange with a chisel.
5. Install J 9519-E and J 34874 to the lower ball joint.
6. Remove the lower ball joint from the lower control arm using J 9519-E and J 34874 .

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1. Install the lower ball joint and J 9519-E, J 41435 , and J 45105-2 to the lower control arm.
2. Install the lower ball joint to the lower control arm using J 9519-E, J 41435 , and J 45105-2 .
3. Remove J 9519-E, J 41435 , and J 45105-2 from the lower control arm.
4. Install J 9519-E and J 45105-1 to the lower ball joint.
5. Flare the lower ball joint flange using J 9519-E and J 45105-1 .
6. Remove J 9519-E and J 45105-1 from the lower ball joint.
7. Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub and bearing attached. Refer to «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25880931142005090500000) or «STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S13217012622005090500000) .
8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel Alignment.

Steering Knuckle Replacement (RWD)

Tools Required

1. J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
2. J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25846047922005090500000) or «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S12269954932005090500000) .
4. Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut.
5. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .
6. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolts.
7. Remove the brake hose bracket from the steering knuckle.
8. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket from the steering knuckle.
9. Remove the upper control arm to the steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
10. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle.
11. Remove the lower ball joint retaining nut.
12. Remove the steering knuckle from the lower control arm using J 43631 .
13. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.

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1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
3. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
4. Install upper control arm pinch bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
5. Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket to the steering knuckle.
6. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle.
7. Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolts. Tighten Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
8. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
9. Install the new outer tie rod retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
10. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25846047922005090500000) or «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S12269954932005090500000) .
11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Adjust the front toe. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT in Wheel Alignment.

Steering Knuckle Replacement (4WD)

Tools Required

1. J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
2. J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

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1. Remove the tire and wheel center cap.
2. Remove the drive axle nut.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
4. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
5. Remove the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25846047922005090500000) or «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S12269954932005090500000) .
6. Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut.
7. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .
8. Remove the brake hose bracket retaining bolts.
9. Remove the brake hose bracket from the steering knuckle.
10. Remove the upper control arm to the steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
11. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle.
12. Remove the lower ball joint retaining nut.
13. Remove the steering knuckle from the lower control arm using J 43631 .
14. Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.

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1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
3. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
4. Install upper control arm pinch bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
5. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle.
6. Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolts. Tighten Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
7. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
8. Install the new outer tie rod retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
9. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (RWD)»(ref-188490-S25846047922005090500000) or «WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (4WD)»(ref-188490-S12269954932005090500000) .
10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Install the drive axle nut. Tighten Tighten the drive axle nut to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).
13. Adjust the front toe. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT in Wheel Alignment.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt and nut.
4. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle.
5. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness from the upper control arm.
6. Remove the upper control arm mounting bolts.
7. Remove the upper control arm.

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1. Install the upper control arm. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the upper control arm mounting bolts. Tighten Tighten the upper control arm mounting bolts to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
3. Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the upper control arm.
4. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle
5. Install the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the upper ball joint to upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel Alignment.

Lower Control Arm Replacement

Tools Required

1. J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
2. J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut.
4. Disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle using J 24319-B .
5. Remove the stabilizer shaft link lower retaining nut.
6. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link and washer from the lower control arm.
7. Remove the shock module yoke lower mounting nut.
8. Disconnect the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 24319-B .
9. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. IMPORTANT: Note the direction the bolts are removed for installation.
10. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
11. Remove lower ball joint retaining nut.
12. Disconnect lower ball joint from steering knuckle using J 43631. IMPORTANT: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission (4WD Only).
13. Pivot the lower control arm outward and downward in order to disconnect the lower control arm from the lower control arm bracket.
14. Remove the lower control arm from the steering knuckle.

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1. Install the lower control arm to the steering knuckle. IMPORTANT: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission.
2. Pivot the lower control arm outward and upward in order to connect the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
3. Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
4. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.
5. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. Tighten Tighten the nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
6. Connect the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
7. Install the shock module yoke lower mounting nut. IMPORTANT: There is a washer between the stabilizer shaft link and the lower control arm made of hardened steel and has a felt inner liner. Only replace this washer with an identical washer, standard washers should not be used.
8. Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm.
9. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the nut to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
10. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
11. Install the outer tie rod retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
12. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
13. Lower the vehicle.
14. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel alignment.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link lower retaining nut.
4. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link and washer from the lower control arm.
5. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. IMPORTANT: Note the direction the bolts are removed for reinstallation.
6. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts. IMPORTANT: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission.
7. Pivot the lower control arm outward and downward for access to the lower control arm bracket.
8. Remove the lower control arm bracket mounting bolts from the frame.
9. Remove the lower control arm bracket from the vehicle.

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1. Install the lower control arm bracket to the vehicle. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to the frame. Tighten Tighten the front lower control arm bracket mounting bolt to 260 N.m (192 lb ft). Tighten the rear lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
3. Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
4. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.
5. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts. Tighten Tighten the nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft). IMPORTANT: There is a washer between the stabilizer shaft link and the lower control arm made of hardened steel and has a felt inner liner. Only replace this washer with an identical washer, standard washers should not be used.
6. Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm.
7. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the nut to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel alignment.

Wheel Stud Replacement

Tools Required

J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and the wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes. IMPORTANT: Do not hammer on a wheel stud.
4. Remove the wheel stud bolt using J 43631.

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1. Install the wheel stud to the wheel hub and bearing. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install 4 washers and the nut to the wheel stud. Tighten Tighten the wheel stud nut to 130 N.m (95 lb ft), drawing in the wheel stud.
3. Remove the nut and the washers.
4. Install the rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
5. Install the tire and the wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
6. Lower the vehicle.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
4. Remove the ABS sensor mounting bolt from the wheel hub and bearing.
5. Remove the ABS sensor from the wheel hub and bearing.
6. Remove the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts.
7. Remove the wheel hub and bearing from the steering knuckle.
8. Remove the splash shield from the steering knuckle.

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1. Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle. Align the splash shield to the steering knuckle threaded holes.
2. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle. Align the threaded holes. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts. Tighten Tighten the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolts to 105 N.m (77 lb ft).
4. Install the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing.
5. Install the ABS sensor mounting bolt to the wheel hub and bearing. Tighten Tighten the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
6. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the Vehicle.

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1. Remove the tire and wheel center cap.
2. Remove the drive axle nut.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
4. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
5. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
6. Disengage the wheel drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing. Place a brass drift against the outer end of the wheel drive shaft in order to protect the wheel drive shaft threads. Sharply strike the brass drift with the hammer. Do not attempt to remove the wheel drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing at this time.
7. Remove the ABS sensor mounting bolt from the wheel hub and bearing.
8. Remove the ABS sensor from the wheel hub and bearing.
9. Remove the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts.
10. Remove the wheel hub and bearing from the steering knuckle.
11. Remove the splash shield from the steering knuckle.

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1. Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle. Align the splash shield to the steering knuckle threaded holes.
2. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle. Align the threaded holes. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the wheel hub and bearing to the steering knuckle mounting bolts. Tighten Tighten the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolts to 105 N.m (77 lb ft).
4. Install the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing.
5. Install the ABS sensor mounting bolt to the wheel hub and bearing. Tighten Tighten the ABS sensor to the wheel hub and bearing mounting bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
6. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Front in Disc Brakes.
7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Install the drive axle nut. Tighten Tighten the drive axle nut to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).
10. Install the tire and wheel center cap.

Shock Module Replacement

Tools Required

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

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1. Remove the shock module upper retaining nuts. NOTE: Use care when handling the coil springs in order to avoid chipping or scratching the coating. Damage to the coating will result in premature failure of the coil springs.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tire and Wheels.
4. Remove the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.
5. Remove the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 24319-B.
6. Remove the shock module from the shock tower and lower control arm.

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1. Install the shock module to the shock tower and lower control arm.
2. Install the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
3. Lower the vehicle. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the shock module upper retaining nuts. Tighten Tighten the shock module upper retaining nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
5. Raise the vehicle.
6. Install the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tire and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.

Shock, Shock Component, and/or Spring Replacement

Tools Required

J 45400 Strut Spring Compressor

Note. Use care when handling the coil springs in order to avoid chipping or scratching the coating. Damage to the coating will result in premature failure of the coil springs.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the shock module from the vehicle. Refer to «SHOCK MODULE REPLACEMENT»(ref-188490-S28187038162005090500000) .
4. Remove the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut.
5. Spread the shock module yoke at the pinch bolt using a flat bladed tool.
6. Remove the shock module yoke from the shock absorber.
7. Install pieces of heater hose to the shock module spring where J 45400 contacts lower part of spring.
8. Install the shock module (2) into the J 45400 (1). IMPORTANT: The spring is compressed when the shock absorber moves freely.
9. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring (2) is compressed.
10. Remove the shock absorber upper retaining nut.
11. Remove the shock absorber from the shock module.
12. Loosen the compressor forcing screw until the upper mounting plate and coil spring may be removed.
13. Remove the upper mounting plate and coil spring from the J 45400.

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1. Install the coil spring and upper mounting plate to the J 45400.
2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
3. Install the shock absorber to the shock module. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the shock absorber retaining nut. Tighten Tighten the shock absorber retaining nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
5. Remove the shock module (2) from the J 45400 (1).
6. Remove the pieces of heater hose from the shock module spring.
7. Install the shock module yoke to the shock absorber.
8. Install the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
9. Install the shock module to the vehicle. Refer to «SHOCK MODULE REPLACEMENT»(ref-188490-S28187038162005090500000) .
10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
11. Lower the vehicle.

Shock Module Yoke Replacement

Tools Required

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

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1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the shock module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut.
4. Install J 24319-B to the shock module yoke to lower control arm stud.
5. Disconnect the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 24319-B.
6. Remove the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut.
7. Spread the shock module yoke at the pinch bolt using a flat bladed tool.
8. Remove the shock module yoke from the shock absorber.

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1. Install the shock module yoke to the lower control arm stud and shock absorber. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut. Tighten Tighten the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
3. Install the shock module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut. Tighten Tighten the shock module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
5. Lower the vehicle.