Air Suspension SK-2487 User Manual
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SK-2487RR REV 2 02/01/2013
2007-2011 CHEVROLET
TAHOE/YUKON
(WITH AUTORIDE) FRONT SHOCK
ABSORBER REPLACEMENT
The ignition must remain switched off during the shock removal and replacement.
1.0
Set steering to straight ahead.
Use lifting platform (hoist) that is capable of raising the body separately from the
wheels, lift body at the lifting points prescribed by the vehicle manufacturer.
Vehicle slippage can cause danger to life and limb.
2.0
Raise vehicle.
3.0
Remove front tire(s).
4.0
Unplug the shock sensor connector at the top of the shock.
5.0
Disassemble the front shock/coil spring according to the manufacturer’s
procedures.
6.0
Remove the OEM spring seat from the original shock absorber (will be re-used).
7.0
Install the OEM spring seat (MAKE SURE THAT THE FLANGED END OF THE
SPRING SEAT IS DOWN (FIGURE 2.0) and bump stop cap onto the new shock
absorber.
FIGURE 2.0
8.0
Install OEM coil spring and all OEM upper mount parts including bump stop and
upper spring hat in their original positions.
9.0
Install new flange nut on the shock absorber top mount pin, tighten to
manufactures specifications.
10.0 Install new flange nuts on lower T-Bar mount, tighten manufactures
specifications.
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