Armada 4WD V8-5.6L (VK56DE) Flex Fuel (2009)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Removal and Installation
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt using power tool.
3. Remove the three shock absorber upper nuts using power tool.
4. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.
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Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for removal.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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The lower seat step (2) in the shock absorber assembly (1) faces outside of vehicle.
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Upper spring insulator (3)
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White Arrow Indices: Front
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Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to See: Service and Repair/Front Suspension.
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When installing wheel and tire, refer to See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair/Rotation.
Disassembly and Assembly
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. Set the shock absorber in a vise, then loosen (without removing) the piston rod lock nut as shown.