Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Left Side






LEFT SIDE




1. Install the spring (1) to the shock (3) (if removed).
2. Install the shock assembly (3) to the vehicle.
3. Install the four upper shock mounting nuts. Tighten the nuts to 108 Nm (80 ft.lbs.).




4. Install the clevis bracket (2) at the shock. Tighten the bolt to 61 Nm (45 ft.lbs.).
5. Raise the lower control into place and reconnect the lower ball joint nut. Tighten the nut to 81 Nm (60 ft.lbs.).
6. Install the clevis bracket (2) at the lower control arm. Tighten the bolt to 150 Nm (110 ft.lbs.).
7. Install the lower stabilizer link at the lower control arm. Tighten the bolt to 136 Nm (100 ft.lbs.).
8. Install the left tire and wheel assembly.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Reconnect the battery temperature sensor.
11. Install the battery tray.
12. Install the battery.
13. Reconnect the battery cables.