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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 307 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK, SHOCK COMPONENT, AND/OR SPRING REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WD
Removal Procedure
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Saab 9-7X. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the shock absorber to shock absorber yoke bolt. Refer to Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement .
- Remove the shock absorber assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Replacement .
- Install pieces of heater hose to the front spring where J 45400 contacts lower part of front spring. See Special Tools .
- Install the shock absorber assembly (2) into the J 45400 (1). See Special Tools .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.