Catera V6-3.0L VIN R (1997)
9. Remove the lower shock absorber mount bolt.
10. Remove the shock absorber.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the shipping plug from the air line (tubing) port if installing a new shock absorber.
2. Lower the vehicle to allow access to the shock absorber tower through the rear seats.
3. Attach the lower rubber mounting grommet and attach the washer to the shock absorber.
4. Install the shock absorber into the shock absorber tower.
5. Install the upper rubber mounting washer.
6. Install the grommet.
7. Hold the shock absorber in place with one hand, while reaching inside the vehicle with the other hand to start the shock absorber mount nut.
8. Install the shock absorber mount nut.
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Tighten the upper shock absorber mount nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners
requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use
paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint
clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid
damage to parts and systems.
9. Install the rubber protective cap to the shock absorber tower.
10. Install the rear seats into proper position.
CAUTION: To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle at the opposite end
from which components are being removed. This will reduce the possibility of the vehicle falling off the hoist.
11. Raise and support the vehicle.
12. Support the lower control arm to allow for installation of the lower shock absorber mount bolt if necessary.
13. Install the lower shock absorber mount bolt.
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Tighten the lower shock absorber mount bolt to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
14. Install the ALC air line connection to the shock absorber.
15. Lower the vehicle.