How do you replace a rear shock absorber?

To remove the Shock absorber, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Block the front wheels so the vehicle doesn't roll off the stands. Remove the nuts and bolts from the frame bracket and remove the shock absorber. The installation is the reverse of removal.

How do I remove and install a shock absorber?

To remove the upper shock mounting nut, use a wrench on the stem and take off the retainer and grommet. Lift the vehicle onto jackstands. From below, detach the two bolts from the shock absorber's lower end to the control arm. Pull the shock out and remove the lower grommet and retainer. To reinstall, reverse these steps, ensuring the mounting nut and bolts are tight. For 4WD models, raise the vehicle, remove the lower and upper shock mounting components, noting bolt directions. To install, follow the reverse order, ensuring bolts face the original direction and all fasteners are secure.

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Chevrolet C1500 Front Shock Absorber Assembly
Part Number: 22065212
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Asm,Front Shock; Shock
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12322248, 22064012, 22064838, 22064633
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Front Shock Absorber Assembly
Part Number: 22064839
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Asm,Front Shock; Shock
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 22064639, 22064011
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
Part Number: 22064831
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Asm,Rear Shock; Shock, Shock Absorber
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 22064638
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
Part Number: 22064829
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Asm,Rear Shock
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 22064634
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1999 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Rear Leveling Shock Absorber Assembly
Part Number: 22044486
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Asm,Rear Leveling Shock
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1997 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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Chevrolet C1500 Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
Part Number: 22064452
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly, Rear Shock ; Absorber, Front And Rear Suspension
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1998 Chevrolet C1500 | C1500 EXTENDED CAB LONG BOX, C1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB LONG BOX, C1500 REGULAR CAB STANDARD BOX | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L

Chevrolet C1500 Shock Absorber Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
22064831
Q: How do you replace a rear shock absorber?
A: To remove the Shock absorber, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Block the front wheels so the vehicle doesn't roll off the stands. Remove the nuts and bolts from the frame bracket and remove the shock absorber. The installation is the reverse of removal.
Rear Leveling Shock Absorber Assembly
22044486
Q: How do I remove and install a shock absorber?
A: To remove the upper shock mounting nut, use a wrench on the stem and take off the retainer and grommet. Lift the vehicle onto jackstands. From below, detach the two bolts from the shock absorber's lower end to the Control Arm. Pull the shock out and remove the lower grommet and retainer. To reinstall, reverse these steps, ensuring the mounting nut and bolts are tight. For 4WD models, raise the vehicle, remove the lower and upper shock mounting components, noting bolt directions. To install, follow the reverse order, ensuring bolts face the original direction and all fasteners are secure.