The shock absorber in your Vehicle should be replaced every 75,000 miles. It is important to replace worn shock absorber to ensure a smooth-riding vehicle. Shock absorber attach to the axle of the vehicle and dampen the the effects of the bumps the car travels over. Aftermarket shock absorber can be purchased at any auto-parts store that will fit your particular vehicle. Avoid the cost of taking your car to a mechanic by replacing the shock absorber yourself.
Instructions
1
Loosen the lug nuts of one wheel using a lug nut wrench. Do not completely remove the lug nuts at this time.
2
Place a hydraulic jack under the vehicle. Refer to your owner's manual for proper jack positioning. Lift the vehicle with the jack enough to lift the tire from the ground.
3
Locate the bolts securing the shock into position. There will be bolts on the top and bottom of the shock. Lubricate these bolts with penetrating fluid to remove the surface rust.
4
Remove the bolts using a socket and ratchet, turning them in a counterclockwise direction. Keep the bolts, as they will be used to secure the new shocks. Remove the shock from the vehicle.
5
Place the new shock absorber into position. Install the bolts and tighten them using a ratchet and socket.
6
Re-install the tire and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the hydraulic jack.
7
Continue these steps until all four shocks have been replaced.
Instructions
1
Loosen the lug nuts of one wheel using a lug nut wrench. Do not completely remove the lug nuts at this time.
2
Place a hydraulic jack under the vehicle. Refer to your owner's manual for proper jack positioning. Lift the vehicle with the jack enough to lift the tire from the ground.
3
Locate the bolts securing the shock into position. There will be bolts on the top and bottom of the shock. Lubricate these bolts with penetrating fluid to remove the surface rust.
4
Remove the bolts using a socket and ratchet, turning them in a counterclockwise direction. Keep the bolts, as they will be used to secure the new shocks. Remove the shock from the vehicle.
5
Place the new shock absorber into position. Install the bolts and tighten them using a ratchet and socket.
6
Re-install the tire and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the hydraulic jack.
7
Continue these steps until all four shocks have been replaced.
