NOTE: If equipped with AWD, when removing
crossmember mounting bolts in following step, be
sure to not to misplace spacers (1) between cross-
member mounts (2) and body.
CAUTION: When removing crossmember mounting
bolts (2 and 3) it is important NOT to loosen or
remove crossmember mounting bolts on opposite
side of vehicle. Doing so will require rear wheel
alignment following reinstallation to ensure proper
thrust angle.
9. Remove both front and rear crossmember mount-
ing bolts (2 and 3) on repair-side of vehicle.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components
of vehicle, do not lower crossmember (1) any fur-
ther than necessary to remove shock absorber.
10. Slowly lower jack allowing repair-side of cross-
member to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast
rate. Lower jack just enough to allow top of shock
absorber to clear body flange.
11. Remove shock absorber (3) by tipping top out-
ward and lifting lower end out of pocket in spring
link (4).
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