Durango 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1999)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and support rear axle.
Shock Absorber
2. Remove shock absorber lower nut and bolt from the spring plate.
3. Remove shock absorber upper nut and bolt from the frame bracket and remove the shock absorber.
INSTALLATION
1. Install shock absorber into upper frame bracket. Install bolt and nut and tighten nut to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).
2. Install shock absorber into the spring plate. Install the bolt and nut and tighten nut to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove axle support and lower vehicle.
