S15/T15 Sonoma P/U 2WD L4-2.2L VIN 5 Flex Fuel (2001)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Shock Absorber Replacement
Shock Absorber Replacement (4WD)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle with safety stands.
Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the shock absorber upper mounting nut.
Hold the shock absorber stem with a wrench while backing the nut off.
3. Remove the retainer.
4. Remove the grommet.
5. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolts.
5.1. Pull the shock absorber out of the spring from below.
5.2. The lower grommet and the retainer are on the stem.
5.3. Replace the parts as necessary.
6. Remove the nuts, if damaged or worn.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the retainer and the grommet on the stem.
Fully extend the stem.
2. Install the shock absorber up through the lower control arm and the spring. Insert the stem end through the hole in the upper control arm frame
bracket.
3. Install the grommet to the stem.
4. Install the retainer to the stem.
