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6.

Install new lower half of the upper bushing and washer onto shock rod. (Figure 2)

7.

Guide the shock rod and bushing through the hole and verity that the bushing is completely through the hole. (Figure 3)

8.

Install upper bushing / washer nut and torque to 29 lb-ft (40 N.m).

NOTE

IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO HOLD THE TOP OF SHOCK ROD DURING TORQUE OPERATION TO ELIMINATE ROTATION OF
SHOCK ROD.

NOTE

BUSHING WILL BE NOTICEABLY COMPRESSED MORE THAN THE STOCK BUSHING. (FIGURE 4)

9.

Repeat procedure for the other side.

10.

Reinstall the rear trim panels.

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