Mopar 68047814AB Suspension Absorber Package

Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Support the rear axle assembly with a floor jack placed under the differential, raising it just enough to relieve the spring pressure off the shock absorbers, which limit the down travel of the suspension. Remove the lower retaining nut, washers, and bolt from the shock absorber, then take off the upper mounting nut and washer, sliding the upper shock eye off the stud for models from 1987 to 1995, while for 2007 and later models, the top of the rear shock is secured with two bolts. Installation follows the reverse of the removal procedure, ensuring a washer is placed on each side of the lower shock eye during installation for models from 1987 to 1995, and tightening the nuts to the specified torque.

Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands while applying the parking brake, then remove the wheel. Detach the upper shock absorber stem by removing the upper nut, washer, and rubber grommet for models from 1987 to 1995, using an open-end wrench to prevent the stem from turning; if the nut is rusted, apply penetrating oil and allow it to soak, possibly using locking pliers to hold the stem. Next, remove the lower shock mounting nut and bolt to detach the lower end of the shock absorber from the axle, then pull the shock absorber out from the wheel well, taking off the washers and rubber grommets from the top. For installation, extend the new shock absorber fully, position a new washer and rubber grommet on the stem, and guide the shock into the upper mount, ensuring the grommets are centered by wiggling the stem before securely tightening the stem nut. Finally, install and tighten the lower mounting bolts and nuts securely.