Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Air Shock Absorber
WARNING: THE LOW PRESSURE GAS SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE CHARGED WITH NITROGEN GAS TO 930 KPA (135 PSI). DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN, PUNCTURE OR APPLY HEAT TO THE SHOCK ABSORBERS.
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on hoist with axle in the rebound position and position suitable safety stands under axle to prevent it from dropping down when
shock is removed.
2. Remove the shock absorber upper nut and washer from the spring seat.
3. Remove stud nut and washer that holds the front shock absorber to the radius arm.
4. Slide the front shock absorber off of the radius arm stud. Slightly compress the front shock absorber by hand and remove from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, follow removal procedures in reverse order. Inspect the insulator in the spring seat. If the insulator requires replacement, install a new
one. Tighten the lower nut to 53-72 Nm (39-53 ft. lbs.). Tighten the upper insulator, nut and washer to 34-46 Nm (25-34 ft. lbs.).
