Jeep Cherokee

 Service Manual

Suspension » Front suspension » Removal and installation
Shock absorber

REMOVAL

1.  Remove the nut, retainer and grommet from the upper stud in the engine compartment (Fig. 2).
2.  Remove the lower nuts and bolts from the axle bracket.
3.  Remove the shock absorber.

INSTALLATION

1.  Position the lower retainer and grommet on the shock stud. Insert the shock absorber through the shock tower hole.
2.  Install the lower bolts and nuts. Tighten nuts to 23 N·m (17 ft. lbs.).
3.  Install the upper grommet and retainer on the stud. Install the nut and tighten to 22 N·m (16 ft. lbs.).

Shock absorber

Coil spring/jounce bumper

Lower suspension ARM

Upper suspension ARM

Front axle bushing

Stabilizer bar

Track bar

Hub bearing

Wheel mounting studs