RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.7L (2008)
4. Position shock wrench 9362 (1), 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, remove nut from shock shaft using Wrench (1).
5. Remove the upper shock nut.
6. Remove the shock upper mounting plate.
7. Remove and inspect the upper spring isolator (2).
8. Remove the shock.
Link/Coil
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Position a hydraulic jack under the axle to support it.
2. Paint or scribe alignment marks on lower suspension arm cam adjusters and axle bracket for installation reference.
3. Remove the upper suspension arm and loosen lower suspension arm bolts.
4. Mark and disconnect the front propeller shaft from the axle 4x4 models.
5. Disconnect the track bar from the frame rail bracket.
6. Disconnect the drag link from pitman arm.
7. Disconnect the stabilizer bar link and shock absorber from the axle.
8. Lower the axle until the spring is free from the upper mount. Remove the coil spring.
