New Yorker V6-181 2972cc 3.0L SOHC VIN 3 FI (1989)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Shock Absorber Replacement
Rear
1. Disconnect battery negative cable and raise vehicle, then remove tire assembly.
2. Disconnect height sensor connector, located on RH frame rail, then remove air lines connected to Shock Absorber.
3. To remove Shock Absorber, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER & COIL SPRING to replace Shocks.
4. Reverse procedure to install.
Rear Shock Absorber & Coil Spring Replacement
Fig. 2 Rear Axle & Suspension Assembly. Models Except Horizon & Omni
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Support axle assembly and remove wheel and tire assemblies.
3. On models with air shocks, disconnect air lines. On all models, remove both upper and lower shock absorber attaching bolts, then the shock
absorbers.
4. On models equipped with automatic load leveling system, remove link from track bar to sensor.
5. On all models, lower axle assembly until spring and spring upper isolator can be removed.
INSTALLATION
1. Position jounce bumper to rail, install and torque attaching screws to 70 inch lbs.
2. Install isolator over jounce bumper and install spring.
3. Raise axle and install shock absorbers. Loosely assemble lower shock absorber attaching bolts and torque upper attaching bolts to specifications.
On models with load leveling system, attach link to track bar.
4. With suspension supporting vehicle, torque shock absorber lower attaching screws to specifications.
