Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

1. Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY - FRONT  or SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY - REAR .
2. Using a suitable spring compressor, compress the spring until the tension is released from the shock absorber.
   Fig 1: Compressing Spring

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3. Disassemble the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
4. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
   Fig 2: Exploded View Of Shock Absorber And Spring Assembly

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Item 1: Shock Absorber-to-Upper Mount Nut Disassembly Note 

1. While holding the flats of the washer, remove the nut.
   Fig 3: Shock Absorber-To-Upper Mount Nut Tightening Torque Specifications

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