Front Shock Absorbers:
1. Park the car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
2. Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels, but do not remove them.
3. Jack up the car until the front wheels are off the ground.
4. Use a jack stand to support the car.
5. Remove the lug nuts and wheels.
6. Unbolt the brake caliper and hang it out of the way.
7. Use a socket wrench to remove the two bolts that hold the shock absorber in place.
8. Remove the old shock absorber and insert the new one.
9. Tighten the bolts that hold the shock absorber in place.
10. Reinstall the brake caliper.
11. Put the wheel back on and tighten the lug nuts.
12. Lower the car and remove the jack stand.
Rear Shock Absorbers:
1. Park the car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
2. Loosen the lug nuts on the rear wheels, but do not remove them.
3. Jack up the car until the rear wheels are off the ground.
4. Use a jack stand to support the car.
5. Remove the lug nuts and wheels.
6. Remove the bolt that holds the lower end of the shock absorber in place.
7. Use a pry bar to pry the shock absorber loose from the upper control arm.
8. Remove the shock absorber.
9. Insert the new shock absorber and align it with the upper control arm.
10. Tighten the bolt that holds the lower end of the shock absorber in place.
11. Put the wheels back on and tighten the lug nuts.
12. Lower the car and remove the jack stand.
Test Drive:
Take the car for a test drive and listen for any unusual noises. If you hear any noises, check to make sure that all of the bolts are tightened properly.
