1990 Jaguar Sovereign changing shock bushings

Tiny
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  • 1990 JAGUAR SOVEREIGN
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 133,000 MILES
Are there any special precautions or procedures when changing the shock absorber bushings?
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 AT 9:07 AM

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Tiny
DAVE H
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Installation
Remove rubber buffer and washer. Press out mounting bush from lower wish bone using Service Tool (JD 135). Fit new mounting bush to lower wishbone. Fit new buffer and washer to new shock absorber. Manually compress shock absorber and fit assembly to vehicle. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 4:30 PM

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