Tools Required

J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Support the control arm with a suitable jack.
4. Remove the automatic level control air tube from the shock.
5. Remove the lower shock absorber retaining bolts.



6. Remove the adjustment link retaining nut.



7. Using J 24319-B separate the adjustment link from the lower control arm.



8. Slowly lower the control arm until it bottoms on the support assembly.
9. Using a pry bar, pry under the lower spring insulator and remove the spring with the insulator.
10. Remove the upper insulator by pulling downward.

1. Install the upper insulator in body.



2. Install the lower insulator in the control arm.
3. Install the spring ensuring the insulator is seated in the control arm.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Raise the lower control arm and install the lower shock bolts to the control arm.

Tighten
Tighten the lower shock retaining bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).




5. Install the adjustment link to the lower control arm.
6. Install the adjustment link retaining nut.

Tighten
Tighten adjustment link retaining nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft) plus an additional 180 degrees.

7. Connect the automatic level control air tube to the shock.
8. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.