How to Replace Rear Shocks 2011-2018 Ram 1500

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This video shows you how to install new rear shocks from TRQ on your 2011-2018 Ram 1500. Shock absorbers help your vehicle stay stable and safe. Signs of worn out shocks are knocking or bumping noises, loose handling, or a bouncy or bumpy ride. The typical service life of a shock absorber is 50,000 miles, depending on conditions. TRQ shocks and struts are engineered to fit your vehicle perfectly.

This repair was done on a 2016 Ram 1500 SLT 3.6L Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door 4WD Automatic and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
2011 Ram 1500
2012 Ram 1500
2013 Ram 1500
2014 Ram 1500
2015 Ram 1500
2016 Ram 1500
2017 Ram 1500
2018 Ram 1500

Tools you will need:
• 21mm wrench
• 21mm Socket
• Safety Glasses
• Pole Jack
• Wheel Chocks

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[rawrsteel]

I appreciate this video! Saved a lot of time knowing which tools I'd need and a process to follow.

[Marzoochi]

Guys, what I did, I grabbed 1-1/2” hole saw, looked where oppee bolt is and made a hole in the plastic wheel well. Both sides took me less than hour up and down the jack. So many will disagree, but taking that plastic off for me means mud flaps, flares… anyway, win for me, idea for you.

[erickessler]

Excellent video! How did you bend your 21mm wrench?

Thx, Eric

[davidmikesell]

Will a flex-head ratchet wrench work for the 22mm nut on the back side of the upper mount?

[_Epictetus_]

every time I work on a dodge I learn more and more how idiotic the engineers damn it dodge