DK-818985F Instructions
Parts Included
1. Gather Tools needed for the Job
a. Gather tools needed for the job:
- Breaker bar
- 14 mm wrench
- 24 mm socket
- 22 mm socket
- 15 mm socket
- Pliers
- Torque wrench
2. Raise vehicle
a. Safely raise the vehicle by the frame.
b. Remove the front tires.
3. Sway bar end link hardware removal
a. Remove the hardware attaching the sway bar end link to the lower control arm.
4. Tie rod removal
a. Remove the cotter pin and nut attaching the tie rod end to the spindle.
b. Separate the tie rod end from the spindle and move it to the side.
5. Shock hardware removal
a. Remove the lower shock mounting hardware.
6. Shock hardware removal (continued)
a. Remove the upper shock mounting hardware and remove the shock from the vehicle.
7. Shock installation
a. Install the DK shock into the coil bucket and slide the lower eyelet over the lower control arm stud.
b. Torque the upper hardware to 35 ft-lbs.
8. Shock installation (continued)
a. Torque the lower shock hardware to 195 ft-lbs.
9. Tie rod installation
a. Place the tie rod end into the spindle and install the nut.
b. Torque the nut to 89 ft-lbs and install a new cotter pin.
10. Sway bar end link installation
a. Align the sway bar end link with the lower control arm and insert the bolt.
b. Torque this hardware to 110 ft-lbs.
11. Review work and repeat on opposite side
a. Inspect all components to ensure they are properly installed and have adequate clearance.
b. Reinstall the wheels and torque the lug nuts to the wheel manufacturer’s specifications.
c. Have the vehicle aligned at a certified shop. If equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), ensure recalibration is performed.
Preload Adjustment Tips
** If you need to change the ride height of your vehicle, we’ll cover everything you need to know about preload settings.
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