GM 19300025 Rear Leveling Shock Absorber Kit

To remove the struts, first, check for signs of wear such as leaking fluid or loss of dampening capability. Consider options like rebuilt or new strut assemblies that may be available on an exchange basis. Once ready, remove the strut and spring assembly and mount it in a vise, cushioning the vise jaws with rags or blocks of wood. Use a spring compressor to relieve pressure from the spring seat, following the tool manufacturer's instructions. Loosen the damper shaft nut while holding the shaft stationary with the proper tool. Lift off the bearing cap, upper spring seat, and upper insulator, inspecting the bearing in the spring seat for smooth operation and replacing if necessary. Carefully remove the compressed spring assembly and set it aside. For installation, assemble the new strut starting with the lower spring insulator and spring, followed by the upper spring insulator, spring seat, and bearing cap. Position the spring seal and bearing cap with the flats facing the steering knuckle flange. Install and tighten the damper shaft nut to the specified torque. Finally, install the strut and spring assembly and have the front-end alignment checked and adjusted if needed.

Start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts and raising the rear of the vehicle on jackstands.

To check the shock absorbers or struts, park the vehicle on level ground, turn off the engine, and set the parking brake while checking tire pressures. Then, push down on one corner of the vehicle and release it. The vehicle should stop moving and return to a level position within one or two bounces. If it continues to move or fails to return, the shock absorber or strut may be worn.

This rear shock comes with 12 months or 12,000 miles

No, these are not meant for a 2006 Cadillac DTS