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How do I change the front and rear shocks on my 99 cherokee?

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FRONT:
Removal & Installation

  1. Remove the nut, retainer and grommet from the shock stud in the engine compartment.
  2. Raise and support the front axle.
  3. Remove the lower mounting nuts from the axle bracket.
  4. Remove the shock absorber.
To install:
  1. Position the lower retainer and grommet on the shock stud. Insert the shock absorber through the shock tower hole.
  2. Install the lower shock studs into the axle bracket.
  3. Install the mounting nuts and tighten to 250 in. lbs. (28 Nm).
  4. Remove support and lower the vehicle.
  5. Install the upper grommet, retainer and nut on the stud in the engine compartment.
Rear:

Removal & Installation
  1. Before servicing the vehicle, please familiarize yourself with safety procedures.
  2. Remove or disconnect the following:
    • Upper locknut and washer from the frame bracket stud, on the Grand Cherokee
    • Lower bolt, nut and washers from the axle shaft tube bracket
    • Shock absorber
To install:
  1. Place the shock absorber upper end in position and tighten the fasteners to the following specifications:
    • Cherokee: 17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm)
    • 1999–01 Grand Cherokee:68 ft. lbs. (92 Nm)
    • 2002–04 Grand Cherokee: 80 ft. lbs. (108 Nm).
    • 2005 Grand Cherokee: 70 ft. lbs. (95 Nm).
  2. Place the shock absorber lower end in position and tighten the fasteners to the following specifications:
    • Cherokee: 46 ft. lbs. (62 Nm)
    • 1999–01 Grand Cherokee:68 ft. lbs. (92 Nm)
    • 2002–05 Grand Cherokee: 115 Nm (85 Nm).
    please do not hesitate to ask any further questions about your vehicle i would be glad to help you.
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in the trunk remove the cloth panels on the sides and there are your strut towers

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