RAM 2500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W (2003)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front
Independent Front Suspension
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Support the lower control arm outboard end.
3. Remove the upper shock absorber nut, retainer and grommet.
4. Remove the lower nuts and remove the shock absorber.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Upper shock nut must be replaced or use Mopar Lock 'N Seal or Loctite 242 on existing nut.
1. Install the lower retainer and grommet on the shock absorber stud. Insert the shock absorber through the frame bracket hole.
2. Install the lower nuts and tighten the nuts to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the upper grommet, retainer and new nut or use Mopar Lock 'N Seal or Loctite 242 on existing nut, on the shock absorber stud. Tighten nut
to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove the support from the lower control arm outboard end.
5. Lower the vehicle.
Link/Coil Front Suspension
REMOVAL
1. Remove the nut, retainer and grommet from the upper stud in the engine compartment.
Fig. 18
2. Remove three nuts from the upper shock bracket.