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One of the simplest jobs you can do if you have a little mechanical aptitude and the correct size wrenches. Set the parking brake and chock block the wheels and you're good to go underneath and do the work, no jacks or stands required. You could drive the rear up onto blocks as well if you feel that you need more space to work.
Just buy the shocks you want, check that they have all the hardware required (nuts, bolts, and washers), but do not unstrap the shocks yet. Get under the vehicle, and remove the bolts from one of the old shocks (replace only one shock at a time, that way, you can look at the other for reference if necessary). If the bolts are seized, just use a nut splitter on them (less than $10 at most any parts store and a priceless tool to have in your tool box), you won't be reusing any of the old shock hardware. Now you can remove the old shock and put in a new one. If the retaining straps don't run through the 'eyes' of the shock, bolt in one end of the new one (top is usually easiest), making sure it is correctly oriented with the 'fat' end of the shock at the top, before unstrapping the shock and guiding it into place and slipping in the bottom bolt. Otherwise, unstrap the shock, install the top end, and use your strength as described below to install the other end.*Be prepared for the shock to start extending when the strap is removed, it won't shoot out like a rocket but it might not give you too much time to aim it and slip in the bottom bolt* If you miss, don't worry, just use a little strength to compress the shock and try again. Tighten the bolts as directed by any instructions from the new shocks. Repeat the process for the other shock and you're back to riding in comfort.
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