Dodge Repair: Shocks, shock absorber installation, shock absorber


Question
How to replace rear shocks on a 1999 dodge Dakota

Answer
SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL
Raise vehicle and support rear axle.
Remove shock absorber lower nut and bolt from the spring plate Shock Absorber
Remove shock absorber upper nut and bolt from the frame bracket and remove the shock absorber
INSTALLATION
Install shock absorber into upper frame bracket. Install bolt and nut and tighten nut to 95 N·m (70 ft. lbs.)
Install shock absorber into the spring plate. Install the bolt and nut and tighten nut to 95 N·m (70 ft. lbs.)
Remove axle support and lower vehicle.