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30.09.2007: Top nut
Tighten the retainer nut to 15 ft-lbs. Use a 5 mm Allen key on the rod while holding socket with vice-grips (or use a spanner on the nut).

Rear suspension replacement on a Saab 9-5. The old and tired original shocks and springs are being upgraded with Bilstein Sport dampers and Eibach Pro Kit lowering springs.

Tools:

  • 21 mm socket: lower shock bolt;
  • 17 mm socket: wheel bolts, Bilstein shock retainer nut;
  • 16 mm socket: shock housing bolts, OEM shock retainer nut;
  • 5 mm Allen socket: Bilstein damper rod;
  • torque wrench;
  • vice-grips;
  • breaker bar;
  • car jack and axle stands;
  • spring compressor.

 

 
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