Challenger V8-57L (2010) - Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber Removal and Replacement
9. Install retaining nut (1) on shock shaft (2) as far as possible by hand. Make sure nut is installed far enough for 8 mm socket to grasp hex (2) on end
of shaft for tightening.
10. Install Strut Nut Wrench 9362 (2) (on end of a torque wrench), on shock shaft retaining nut. Next, insert 8 mm socket though Wrench onto hex
located on end of shock shaft. While holding shock shaft from turning, tighten nut using Wrench to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.) torque.
11. Slowly release tension from coil spring by backing off compressor drive fully. As tension is relieved, make sure shock components are properly in
place.
12. Remove clamp from lower end of coil spring and shock. Push back spring compressor upper and lower hooks, then remove shock assembly from
spring compressor.
13. Install shock assembly on vehicle See: Removal and Replacement/Front Strut / Shock/Installation.