D50/Power Ram 50 L4-2555cc 2.6L SOHC (1987)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
4 Wheel Drive
1. Detach shock absorber from upper and lower mounting, then remove shock absorber.
2. Reverse procedure to install. Torque shock absorber lower mounting bolts to 6 to 8 ft. lbs. On 1984 models, tighten shock absorber upper
mounting nut until protrusion of stud above bottom of nut is 0.8 inch. On 1985-88 models, tighten shock absorber upper mounting nut until
protrusion of stud above top of nut is 0.5 inch for 1985 models or 0.27-0.31 inch for 1986 Ram 50 4 X 4 and 1987-88 Ram Raider. On 1987-88
Ram 50 4 X 4, tighten nut to end of threads. On all models, install jam nut and torque to 9-13 ft. lbs.