Remove/install front shock absorber

AR32.25-P-0105GH

Remove/install front shock absorber

19.2.97

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Remove/Install

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Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts

All models

AH00.00-N-0001-01A

 Danger!

Lethal injuries are possible if vehicle slips off of lifting platform

Align vehicle between the columns of the hydraulic hoist and position the four support plates below the hoist support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

AS00.00-Z-0010-01A

1

Raise vehicle.

2

Remove fender liner.

AR88.10-P-1300GH

3

Detach upper shock absorber mounting

 The vehicle must be standing on its wheels when removing the upper shock absorber mounting.

 Installation: If a black version of the upper rubber mounts(11c) and lower rubber mounts (11d) are installed, these should be identified as upper and lower. The top rubber mounts are harder than the bottom mounts.

 Loosen nut (11a). Counter using an open-end wrench. Remove plate (11b), upper rubber mount (11c), lower rubber mount (11d), plate (11e) and plate (11f).

 Installation: If new upper rubber mounts (11c) and lower rubber mounts (11d) are used, the white coated (harder must be installed at the top and the yellow coated (softer) must be installed at the bottom. Observe the sequence of the separate parts and if necessary the markings applied to the upper rubber mount (11c) and lower rubber mount (11d).

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*BA32.25-P-1002-01C

4

Detach lower shock absorber mounting from lower transverse control arm (4)

 Installation: Only tighten bolt (11u) when the vehicle is on its wheels in the ready-to-drive condition.

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*BA32.25-P-1001-01C

5

Remove shock absorber (11)

6

Shock absorber inspection

 Install new shock absorber if necessary.

AR32.25-P-0121A

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Disposing of shock absorber

OS32.25-P-0121-01GH

7

Install in the reverse order

Number

Designation

Model Series 163

BA32.25-P-1001-01C

Bolt, shock absorber to lower wishbone

NM

130

BA32.25-P-1002-01C

Self-locking nut, shock absorber to longitudinal frame member

NM

30