To remove the shock absorber, block the front wheels and loosen the lug nuts on the rear wheels. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands before removing the wheels. Remove the fasteners from the inner fender splash shield and move the liner out of the way to access the upper mounting bolts. Support the lower
Control Arm with a floor jack and remove the shock absorber upper mounting bolts, discarding them as new ones will be needed during installation. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt, also discarding it. Finally, remove the shock absorber.