Owners manual

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IMPORTANT!
Installation of shock absorbers requires special tools and expert knowledge. Accordingly, installation of all BILSTEIN products must
be performed by a qualified suspension specialist.
Always use a chassis hoist for the installation of BILSTEIN products and make certain that the raised vehicle is securely attached to
the hoist and/or supported to prevent the vehicle from slipping, falling, or moving during the installation process.
If you choose to install any BILSTEIN product without the necessary special tools, expertise or chassis hoist, you may
subject yourself to the risk of serious bodily injury or death. If you elect not to use a chassis hoist, at least make sure the
vehicle is on level ground, that all tires on the ground during installation are blocked to prevent movement, and that adequately
secured safety stands (jack stands) are used to support the chassis. NEVER get under the vehicle until you have checked to make
sure all of these steps are performed.
CAUTION!!
Before disassembling the front suspension, refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s Service Manual for proper
procedures. The coil spring is preloaded and must be compressed with a spring compressor to release load
before the upper mount is disassembled. Failure to follow the vehicle manufacturer’s procedures may cause
serious injury or death, and may damage the vehicle.
Instructions for assembly of shock absorber module:
1. Install the Spring Seat onto the shock body as shown. Ensure that the groove inside the Spring
Seat fits over the Circlip on the shock body (see page 1 detail (A)).
2. Install the Adapter onto the stem of the rod.
3. Install supplied coil spring (with part # right-side-up) and Re-install all original mount parts in
reverse order of removal in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer’s Service Manual (see page 3
for illustration).
4. Install new lock nut and tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb·ft).
*** Only continue with Steps 5 and 6 if you are using one of the highest two ride height settings***
5. Remove original chassis jounce bumpers (two per side) according to vehicle manufacturer’s
procedures.
6. Install the new spacer washers as shown and reinstall the jounce bumpers in their original
positions. Torque to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).