How to Replace Front Shocks 02-05 Dodge Ram 1500
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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install , fix, change or replace your front struts with their loaded struts. This video is applicable to 2002-2008 Dodge Ram models.
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from what I see in the video , the only reason you done this video was for demonstration . thank you for giving time to help other people :) was very nice of you . I am a retired mechanic of almost 10 years , and from what I see , you done a very good job . anybody who is looking to do this job for their self should feel confident with your instructions in the video ! have a great day :)
Thank you for watching as well as for your feedback!
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yeah I have an 03 dodge ram 1500 and the front shocks look completely different with a huge coil spring and the shock in the middle of it.
Pretty late to the game on this one so apologies but the 4wd used torsion bars and the 2wd used coil overs. So that may account for the differences.
Thank you so much for this video. It helps to understand things, but just a little more information regarding the indication that this applies to 02-08 Rams. I have an 06 4x4 with shocks and coil spring.
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Rodney Vargas We're glad the video helped you out. Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
For the fronts, you will need a spring compressor to get the spring separated from the shock.
We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular repair. We'll keep this in mind in the event that we make this repair in the future.
Just watched this and i noticed that the truck is a 4x4 and is different than a non 4x4. The 2x4 has coil springs and the way the shock mounts is different. Would it be possible to have a video on a non 4x4. Thank you for all the other videos that have helped me a great deal.
I was about to ask the same question as I had a 2004 4x2 with coil springs and now I have a 2004 4x4 with struts...definitely not the same
I have an 07 1500 4x4 and it has the coil over shock system. this video doesnt cover that. Also my service manual says " All suspension components should be tighteded with the weight of the vehicle on them. Having the suspension at curb ride height when torquing bolts ensures good ride characteristitics and longer bushing life by preventing excessive "wind-up" of the bushing. "
Video title kinda says 02-05
Does the truck have to be on a lift to change shocks, or can I change the shocks with tires on the ground ?
I think the Ram he is working on has a torsion spring system? I have a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 4x4 and it looks like this, no coil springs it has the torsion spring system. Just curious as to where the best place is for jacking up and putting jack stands at when doing this. Also seeking confirmation that the torsion springs do not need to be backed off.
Am I okay to Jack the shock absorber up into place once the bottom bolt is on? Just want to get it as tight as possible
I wonder if my 2009 is similar. This looks fairly simple. Thanks!!
Thank for the video! Was there a nut on the other side of the lower bolt for the shock or did the bolt thread directly into the lower control arm?
Why isnt there a big spring to assist the struts ?
This looks like a torsion spring system. Which is what I have on my 2005. Do you support the lower control arm with something?
yes it would be nice if some one made a video for coil over struts. and made the name of there video "strut replacement for dodge ram 2006" ;)
we got it!!! removed the upper a arm ball joint, it gave us the space!
nicely done. straight and to the point thanks
Thank you for this! You saved me $100.
What about if the shocks are inside the coil spring? How can I do that?
Why is there no coil around the shock???
On the Front shock why did you need an Adjustable wrench instead of just unscrewing the nut on top? Is there something that needs to be held so that it won't turn with the nut when you are breaking it loose and then tightening it back up after the new one is installed?
+Steve austin The shaft was moving in the shock. This enabled us to break the nut free. 1aauto.com
Thanks 1A I just changed all 4 of mine on Sunday after watching your video. After I looked at it ....it was obvious why you did that. Thanks for the videos.
how tight should the top nut be? because if you go to far it will smash the rubber boot, just good and snug and then lock it down?
@@davidl2281 I want to know this as well how much torque do I give to the bolt with a rubber bushing on either side?
So, quick question. To my surprise the other day I found that the right front bottom shock bolt was missing and the shock was just hanging. What size and thread bolt goes in there? MOPAR send me a 14 x 80 mm bolt with a 2 thread but it doesn't want to go in very well. I think i need to run a tap through it but would like to confirm before I do.
Thanks!
+Robert L Thank you for your inquiry, but unfortunately we do not have the exact specs available to us. That is something the dealer would probably have. 1aauto.com
Did you ever get the right bolt size for it because my 2004 dodge ram 1500 bottom bolt came out and I can't find one to fit it at all
@1A Auto is this the same for my 02 ram that has springs around the shock? Can u just jack up the spindle part of that tire and replace the shock?
+Larry Moore The part in this video fits your application, and the install should be the same or similar. Buy this part on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
Awesome.... Thank you
+Robert Hamelin Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/2002-05-dodge-ram-1500-truck-shock-absorber-front-pair/i/1assp00331?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&QFszPmB7xls
Thanks man helped me out a bunch. I subbed ya.
Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
How can you lower the front of a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 slt
+Mario Perez We do not have a video for that type of procedure, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
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how do u get that bottom bolt out it it breaks off inside
+Steven Williams If the bolt breaks inside then you will have to extract it by any means necessary. That means penetrating oil, applying heat, using an extractor etc.
Steven Williams pop it with a hammer from the nut side
is it working for Durango 2009
+Smohed Sham It may be a different procedure on that vehicle. 1aauto.com
Pretty easy
Uh..wheres the sprangle dangle?
Why didn't the title say (4x4 only)??
+Jonathan Randall Thanks for the feedback!
Hi i have a dodge stratus 2005, i want to know is the same technique to replace, thanks
Thank you for watching. The process will be different for a Stratus. Unfortunately we do not have a video for your application. We will keep this repair in mind for future videos.
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Killer Jessie 2004 dodge ram truck four door
Yea this is totally different than my 04 2 wheel drive with springs. this video is no help!!
I believe this applies to 4x4, 4wd only. The two wheel drive 02-08 Rams have a strut-type assembly with the shock surrounded by the spring.
+Daniel S. Thanks for the feedback! Yes, this is for the 4x4 applications.
Yup.
I own a 2002 3/4 ton ( previous body style vs what the video displays) and it has the shock absorber in this same location and the coil spring just forward of that in its own place. Where the coil spring is located, there is a mounting hole at both top and bottom of it's holding place as if a coil over shock could also go in this place. Optional to upgrade ( to a coil over ) or is this just due to manufacturing process for variant models? For a 4x4 perhaps?
Ordered new shocks for 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 RWD. Front shocks have two smaller bolts holding bottom, instead of a single larger bolt as shown in the video. Replacement also made to use two smaller bolts at bottom.
Do you need to compress the spring to change the shock on the 2 wheel drive?
This is the light duty suspension, the heavy duty suspension (on some 1500's) has a big coil and is a different set up
May give this a shot this weekend, would save me about $80...
At approx 1:17 I heard either wrench blast your knuckle i could feel it in my spine. Flashbacks of warranty work.. flagged hours... Etc
I noticed you have a jack stand under the frame, is that something I would need to do also?
Just checked out my front shocks on my 04 (they're bad) and they look alot shorter than yours in the vid
I just use a Sawzall to cut off the top bolt takes 30 seconds and less work.
Thank you for this, hardly any vids for rwd
my 06 is coil over...no 21mm needed two little bolts on the bottom in studs
Great video ..fyi..for people who live in salt use areas..the top nut for me would not come off...had to cut them off...it wasnt easy due to the rubber bushings but i did it...took a while....the bottom bolt csme off easy....
+H S Thanks for the feedback!
got an 02 durango 4x4 can i do the same
should add, about the flat spots on the top of the shock rod, sorry just a suggestion. cheers raveondave
+david friesen Thanks for the tip! We'll pass this info along to our production team.
So this is just a straight shock pull off, you don't have to loosen any other parts of the suspension to get the shock off?
R Esquer correct
I can’t take the top nut off it’s short where you put the lock wrench
It keeps on turning the shock
Thank for this. I'm doing it without a lift, do I need to jack it up? To support the frame or whatever, or can I do it without jacking anything? How about on the rear?
You might be able to remove the shock with out lifting the truck. If you do need to use a jack, you can use the frame. The owners manual should also show you where he safe jacking points are.
1A Auto Parts Thanks, I did them yesterday, (without a jack). It was a piece of cake.
I have a 08 RAM 3500 is the procedure the same?
It should be the same or a similar procedure.
Thanks!
Great video, very straight forward and informative.
+Gaming With ViperZeroOne We're happy it helped you out! Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/2002-05-dodge-ram-1500-truck-shock-absorber-front-pair/i/1assp00331?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
Couldn't get the top nut as far down as they seemed to be on the old shocks, are you supposed to tighten that 'til it flattens out the rubber bushings...?