FAQ for Shock Absorber Repair
Q: What is the preliminary procedure for the shock absorber and spring assembly?
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The procedure is to raise and support the vehicle, remove the front tire and wheel assembly, and disconnect the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be cautioned when disposing of the shock absorber?
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As gas-charged shock absorbers contain high-pressure gas, you must not remove the snap ring from inside the top of the tube.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed while removing the right rear shock absorber?
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When performing a service regeneration on cab chassis vehicles, you shall remove the right rear shock absorber to prevent damage to the component.
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01/11/2022 Q: How to properly dispose of the shock absorber?
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The proper way is to make an indentation 10 mm (0.4 in) from the bottom of the tube, clamp the shock absorber in a vise horizontally, drill a hole in the shock absorber at the centerpunch, make an indentation in the middle of the tube with a centerpunch, drill a second hole in the shock absorber at the centerpunch, and remove the shock absorber from the vise.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the rear shock absorber bolts?
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It is 115 N.m (85 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: How many bolts does the shock absorber module attach?
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It attaches 2 bolts.
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01/11/2022 Q: How many clip nuts are needed?
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You need 2 nuts.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the shock absorber module nuts?
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The recommended torque is 50N.m (37 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the front shock absorber nut?
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The recommended torque is 60 N.m (44 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: What kind of tools will be required to replace the front shock absorber nut?
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The tools required include J 45400 Strut Spring Compressor.
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