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Independant garage doing mine on 2007 3.2ml dieselfor £140 labour total cost £1000 for 2 new back shock absorbers. terrible advert for mercedes after 60,000 very careful miles with non offroad.
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How do motorcycle rear shock absorbers work?
The most simple shock absorber design has it sit between the arm that holds the wheel and area under the seat on the frame. As the rear tire hits a bump, the shock absorber is "sandwiched" between the two. The shock absorber itself isn't too different from any other shock absorber.
How do you change shock absorbers in 2002 dodge caravan?
# Raise vehicle. # Support the rear axle of the vehicle using 2 jackstands positioned at the outer ends of the axle. NOTE:If the shock absorber lower mounting bolt deflects upward during removal, raise axle by adjusting the support jack. If the lower shock absorber bolt deflects downward during removal, lower the axle by adjusting the support jack. # Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt. # While holding shock absorber, remove the shock absorber upper mounting bolt and shock absorber. # While holding shock absorber in position against the frame rail, install the shock absorber upper mounting bolt. # Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolt securing the lower end of the shock absorber to the axle. # Remove the support jack. # Lower the vehicle to the ground so the full curb weight of the vehicle is supported by the suspension. # Tighten the upper and lower shock absorber mounting bolt to a torque of 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.).
Can a rear shock absorber leak oil?
Yeah, sure.
What is the rattle underneath in the left rear corner of your 2000 grand cherokee?
Could be a bad shock absorber or shock absorber bushing. Could be bad bushings on the rear sway bar (if equipped).
How do you adjust rear shock absorber in R1200C BMW?
adjust the throttle
How do you replace the rear shocks on a Ford Windstar?
To remove rear shocks:# Raise and support the vehicle and remove the wheels# Put a jack under the rear axle and raise it slightly to take the tension off the shock# Remove the lower shock absorber bolt/nut and disconnect the shock from the rear axle.# Remove the upper shock absorber-to-chassis bolt to release the shock from the vehicleTo install rear shocks: # Attach the shock absorber to the upper mounting bracket and install a new retaining bolt/nut.# Using the jack you put under the axle, slowly raise the axle while guiding the shock into the lower mounting bracket.# Install a new retaining bolt/nut and tighten to 50-68 ft. lbs.Don't forget to put the wheels back on...----Your Windstar may not have shocks. Please verify. My Windstar has a X look in the back with coil springs and thus no shocks because that is handled by the X.
Does rear shock absorber leak on vw polo 1.4 1996?
Yes
What is the rear shock absorber bolt size for a 2000 silverado?
The rear shocks take a 21mm wrench...
Can you put a front gas shock absorber and a rear oil shock absorber on your car?
The front and rear axle of the vehicle works independently. Unless you have different type of absorber for left and right side, if not, there will not be any harm using either gas or hydraulic on different axle. Tks
How do you change rear shocks on 2000 cavalier?
Caution:Dont remove both shock absorbers at the same time * Open the trunk and peel back the side trim panel to expose the upper shock mount * Remove the mount nut (The two bolts you see must be removed from wheel well side after the vehicle is raised and the wheel is removed) * Loosen the lug nuts raise the rear of vehicle and support it securely on jackstands.Remove the rear wheels * Support the trailing arm with a jack and remove the lower shock absorber mounting nut and bolt * Remove the two upper mounting bolts and detach the shock absorber and coil spring from the vehicle. * Installation is reverse of removal
You hear a clunk in the rear when you hit the gas of your Lexus ls400 92 what could this be?
Broken exhaust hanger? Loose rear shock absorber? Worn shock mount bearing?
Remove rear wheel of gl 1200?
Interstate/Aspencade, quote from my shop book.......... Bike On Center stand, remove the four left saddlebag mount bolts and 2 nuts. remove the reflex reflector from the rear fender, remove the left saddlebag and rear fender. remove the rear bumper by removing the four bolts and retainers. remove the axle nut and RIGHT shock absorber lower mount bolt. remove LEFT shock absorber lower mount bolt. Remove the axle pinch bolt. Raise the rear wheel with a block large enough that the axle clears the muffler. Remove the axle and move the caliper assembly outward to allow removal of the rear wheel. Remove the rear wheel : Note: Do not depress the brake pedal while the wheel is off. Good luck.
