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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 216 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK MODULE YOKE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Isuzu Ascender, 2007 GMC Envoy, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, and 2007 Buick Rainier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Shock Module Yoke To Lower Control Arm Retaining Nut

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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 module yoke to lower control arm mounting nut.

Fig 2: View Of Shock Module Yoke & Lower Control Arm

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Install J 24319-B to the shock module yoke to lower control arm stud.
Disconnect the shock module yoke from the lower control arm using J 24319-B .

Fig 3: View Of Shock Module Yoke To Shock Absorber Pinch Bolt & Nut

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Remove the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut.

Fig 4: Spreading Shock Module Yoke

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Spread the shock module yoke at the pinch bolt using a flat-bladed tool.
Remove the shock module yoke from the shock absorber.

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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.