Dodge Durango
Service Manual
Suspension » Front suspension - 4x4 » Removal and installation
Shock absorber

REMOVAL

(1) Raise and support vehicle.

(2) Remove the upper shock absorber nut, retainer and grommet (Fig. 4).

(3) Remove the lower bolt and remove the shock absorber.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Upper shock nut must be replaced or use Mopar Lock 'N Seal or LoctiteT 242 on existing nut.

(1) Install the lower retainer (lower retainer is stamped with a L) and grommet on the shock absorber stud. Insert the shock absorber through the frame bracket hole.

(2) Install the lower bolt and tighten the bolt to 108 N*m (80 ft. lbs.).

(3) Install the upper grommet, retainer (upper retainer is stamped with a U) and new nut or use Mopar Lock 'N Seal or Loctitet 242 on existing nut, on the shock absorber stud. Tighten nut to 26 N*m (19 ft. lbs.).

Fig. 4 Shock Absorber