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How to Replace Rear Shocks 1995-2000 Chevy Tahoe
How to Replace Rear Shocks 1995-2000 Chevy Tahoe
Created on: 2014-03-19
Tools used
21mm Socket
Socket Extensions
Torque Wrench
14mm Socket
Jack Stands
Ratchet
Floor Jack
1. Removing the Rear Shock
Raise the Vehicle with a Floor Jack
Secure the Vehicle on Jack Stands
Use a 21mm wrench to hold the lower shock bolt
Remove the lower shock nut with a 21mm socket and ratchet
Remove one of the two 14mm bolts from the top of the shock
Hold the shock as you remove the other 14mm bolt
Pull down the shock
2. Installing the New Strut
Thread one 14mm bolt through the top of the new shock
Put the shock into place
Tighten the first 14mm bolt preliminarily
Start the second 14mm bolt and tighten it preliminarily
Tighten the two 14mm bolts
Push the lower end of the shock into place
Push the 21mm bolt through the lower end of the shock
Start the 21mm nut by hand
Use a 21mm wrench to hold the lower shock bolt
Tighten the 21mm nut to between 75-80 foot-pounds of torque
Lower the vehicle to the ground
Repeat this procedure on the other side
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Hi, I'm Don from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out, and next time you need parts for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.
In this video, we're going to show you how to replace the rear shocks on this 1996 Chevy Tahoe. If you replace one of them, we do recommend that you replace both of them. We show you on the passenger side, but the driver's side shock is the same procedure. It's the same part and process for the Tahoes from '95 to 2000. The items you need for this are new rear shocks from 1AAuto.com, 14mm and 21mm socket and ratchet with extension, 21mm wrench, a torque wrench, and jack and jack stands.
You want to start off by removing this 21mm bolt and then you're going to remove these two 14mm bolts. Using a 21mm socket and ratchet and a 21mm wrench, you just want to remove that nut. Once the nut's removed, use the socket and ratchet on the other side and just start twisting out the bolt. Now, use a 14mm socket and ratchet with an extension to remove those two upper bolts and we'll just fast forward as Don does this. Once those are removed, the shock will pull down.
Up front is the old shock, in the back is the new shock from 1A Auto. You can see they're identical and they will fit the same. You will have to just apply some pressure to shrink the new shock. Feed your new shock up into place with a bolt and a 14mm socket and then just tighten it into place. Really, you only need to tighten it preliminarily and then you should start the other bolt. Once you have both bolts started, just got back and forth tightening them up until it's nice and firm. Now, push the shock in and then forward and then line it up and push the bolt through. Then, just replace the nut and washer on the other end and tighten that up with your socket and ratchet and the 21mm wrench. Torque this lower bolt to 75-80 foot pounds and you're all set.
We hope this helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the Internet. Please feel free to call us toll-free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the Internet and in person.
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A
July 31, 2017
Rear shocks were great and were perfect replacements.
Front shock were 1/2 the size and underated for my vehicle and I had to replace them.
Excellent shocks
Justin
October 29, 2017
Very good shocks easy to install it took a while a bit not because of shocks the make my Tahoe ride so much better
Shocks for my chevy
L
December 31, 2017
I ordered the shocks being pleased with the price. I was disappointed with the shipping. They arrived in 10 days and I find that they only shipped 2 shocks. 1 front and 1 rear. Called 1A and they apologized and shipped the 2nd pair. ( day7s later I got the rest of the order.
Put them on and they did fit as promised. The truck rides like a new one. Didn't realize mine were in such bad shape !
Rating would have been higher if the shipping was better.
Great shocks
Lucas
May 2, 2018
These shocks I wasn't sure about for so cheap but now that I have them installed I know how good they are they ride like expensive shocks
Appreciate the good service
S
September 30, 2018
I ordered the wrong shocks and they replaced them in two days. Put them on with no issues. Price was good and the service was better than i expected. Thanks 5 stars
Great Replacement
Benjamin
June 12, 2019
These shocks work better than other replacements I have used. Well worth the money for the greatly improved ride.
Better than expected performance
Jim
November 6, 2019
These shocks are a fantastic value and perform better than I ever expected. The shocks offer a nice ride and have a great warranty. Id purchase them again in a heart beat!
Great products
michelle
January 20, 2020
The product I order from yall was just what I wanted and worked as they should .will be order more
Demetrius
February 1, 2020
Truck road good this same truck i bought stabilzer link for sold truck but riad great 1 A Auto place to shop for auto needs an oem parts once again thanks for great product an great prices will continue to use sits an i love the how to videos
perfect fit and good quality
J
May 6, 2020
These were perfect, installed without any issues. Good fit and finish.
Great product
Travis
September 26, 2020
Great product exactly what i needed and easy install for both items i ordered
Great shock absorbers
Jamie
November 7, 2020
Great fit, fast shipping, perfect replacement for old OEM parts. Brought back the old ride my 1990 chevy 4x4 had 130,000 miles ago!!
Very pleased
ray
June 18, 2021
Received my shocks for my 98 Tahoe. Opened the box and got the shocks out and was very lmpressed with them. Installed them and was very impressed with the ride i got from them. Really nice shocks for the buck..
Vivian
September 15, 2021
Perfect for my 1996 Chevy
They fit
4206
October 8, 2021
Work somewhat better then oe on my 96 Chevy Tahoe the oe ones had to be either really shot or the new ones was a lil taller which gave it a 2 inch lift to it an hey can't complain there
shocks
Lee
November 14, 2021
No problems. quick shipping, Product arrived as advertised.
Shocks
Brandon
December 22, 2021
Great ride and handles great
great quality price and product.
julian
January 16, 2022
Well packaged and great quality shocks.
Parts
Judith
February 19, 2022
Great parts
like the product so far all look good i tell people about you
Gary
March 1, 2022
I like the product, so far it works well i do mention you when talking to them about parts
Jeremy
April 15, 2022
Great product
Audrey
June 23, 2022
Parts are an exact fit for my vehicle which is difficult to achieve at other parts houses. I have never had to wait on parts past the shipping date and arrival time. Would recommend this site with 10 stars .
JOHNNY
October 25, 2022
Good product and fast shipping.
Work just fine
Tomas
November 1, 2022
Work nice they work good
Rory
December 25, 2022
I drive a 1999 Suburban and all my shocks were shot and my suburban was very bouncy. Now it drives much better and the bounciness is gone. The new shocks work great.
Fast ship, perfect fit
Kurt
February 18, 2023
Fast ship, perfect fit in my 1994 Chevy K1500!
Good product. Great service.
kelly
March 23, 2023
Arrived on time, perfect fit, pickup rides great.
Good shocks.
Robert
May 9, 2023
Right parts, and improved ride. Only problem was installation was a little hard. That is probably because I am 76 years old and I did it in my driveway.
1993 k1500 TRQ Shocks
dereck
May 17, 2023
Worked great on my 93 k1500 improved my ride 100% truck doesn't feel bouncy anymore.
Nice shocks
Douglas
July 1, 2023
Have ordered several things from them! Shocks work well and fit perfect. I would recommend.
Two Thumbs up!!!!!
Mike
September 21, 2023
Ordered all shocks for a 95 Tahoe. Shipping was great got them I thought very fast.
I put them on bolted up perfectly.
2nd time I Ordered from 1A Auto and will again.
Amazing product!
Dakota
December 21, 2023
I bought this as a Christmas present for my younger brother since he just got his truck! They shipped quick and they look amazing!
lee
December 27, 2023
the fit was great
fixed my bumpy ride
John
April 3, 2024
really helped my truck ride.
Reginald
May 12, 2024
Was very satisfied with the product
Rick
June 9, 2024
Fast shipping was as described. They fit like a glove and definitely improved my ride. Will definitely use 1A Auto again.
Corby
August 15, 2024
They fit great and seem to work well for now on my Chevy k1500 Z71. They look like the factory shocks so that's a plus. Time will tell but for the money I'd say it's a pretty good deal.
Shock absorber (complete set) replacement
Dana
October 25, 2024
This shock set was a perfect match for my truck. Fit was great and made a great improvement to the ride. Would definitely recommend these for an economical replacement with very good performance.
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