Charger V8-5.7L (2008)
NOTE: If upper mount or coil spring needs to be serviced, proceed with next step, otherwise, proceed with step 8.
6. Remove upper mount (1) from shock shaft and coil spring.
NOTE: Prior to removing spring from compressor, note location of lower spring coil end in relationship to compressor to ease assembly
of components later.
7. Back off Compressor drive, releasing tension from coil spring. Push back compressor upper hooks and remove coil spring from Compressor.
8. Remove jounce bumper (4) from shock shaft by pulling straight up and off.
9. Remove lower isolator (2) from shock body by pulling straight up and off shock shaft.
10. Inspect shock assembly components for following and replace as necessary:
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Inspect shock (3) for any condition of shaft binding over full stroke of shaft.
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Inspect upper mount (5) for cracks and distortion and its retaining studs for any sign of damage.
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Inspect upper spring isolator (5) for severe deterioration.
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Inspect lower spring isolator (2) for severe deterioration.
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Inspect dust shield for tears and deterioration.
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Inspect coil spring (1) for cracks in the coating and corrosion.
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Inspect jounce bumper (4) for cracks and signs of deterioration.
Assembly
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Use care not to damage coil spring coating during spring assembly. Damage to coating will jeopardize its corrosion protection.
NOTE: Left and right springs must not be interchanged.
NOTE: If coil spring has been removed from spring compressor, proceed with next step, otherwise, proceed with step 4.
