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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 925715  Size: SH
  1. Remove the trim panel.
  2. Move the sound insulator away from the shock tower.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) for the F55 suspension, if equipped.
  4. Remove the upper shock mounting nuts (2).
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

  6. Object Number: 926578  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the automatic level control air line from the shock for F55 suspension, if needed.

  8. Object Number: 926577  Size: SH
  9. Remove the lower shock mounting bolt.

  10. Object Number: 1209248  Size: SH
  11. Remove the shock from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1209248  Size: SH
  1. Install the shock to the vehicle.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 926577  Size: SH
  3. Install the lower shock mounting bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 150 N·m (111 lb ft).


    Object Number: 926578  Size: SH
  5. Connect the automatic level control air line to the shock for the F55 suspension, if needed.

  6. Object Number: 925715  Size: SH
  7. Guide the shock to the body while lowering the vehicle.
  8. Install the upper shock mounting nuts (2).
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  10. Connect the electrical connector (1) for the F55 suspension, if needed.
  11. Reposition the sound insulator around the shock tower.
  12. Install the trim panel.