The shock absorber replacement process should start only after turning off the power supply to the
Air Suspension electrical system thus preventing sudden air spring pressure changes that could shift your vehicle. You should disable the air suspension service switch. Taking off the center nut poses a critical risk because it maintains the upper spring mount and letting it go could lead to spring tension loss creating potential personal injury conditions. Move forward by taking out and throwing away the nuts before removing the wheel along with its tire assembly. Place the caliper, pads, anchor plate to the side while you discard the
Brake Disc. You should activate the hex holding feature to minimize stud turning when you uninstall and dispose of the nut. The procedure should be repeated to detach nuts from the stabilizer bar link together with the service parts directed for disposal. Use hex holding feature once more to eliminate and dispose of the nut. The procedure includes discarding the nut followed by removal of the nut and flag bolt. Complete shock absorber and spring assembly removal before installing these parts by following the reverse order of uninstallation.