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Installation Guide

When servicing any vehicle be sure to follow all safety procedures. First, make sure that

when lifting the vehicle that you are using the appropriate jack for the weight of the vehicle.

Make sure before going underneath any vehicle that it is properly supported with sturdy jack

stands and on level ground so that the vehicle doesn’t fall or slide off of the jack and onto you. As

with any automotive repair, make sure you have the appropriate tools to do the job so you don’t

damage any parts on the vehicle. There is a list of tools needed included in these instructions.

Safety glasses and mechanic gloves should also be worn for your protection.

Be sure to follow the instructions in the order that they are given. The instructions are in a

certain order for a reason and improper installation could lead to damage to your vehicle or the

parts. Keep in mind that if you damage the parts during installation you will be responsible for

the replacement parts.

Take precaution not to exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or the maximum

load recommended by the manufacturer. It is important that all vehicle's Owner Manuals

recommendations are followed for your own safety and to prevent damage to the vehicle.

Once you are ready to disable the ride light, you will need to disconnect the ground battery

cable (-) to prevent electrical shock/malfunction.

If you have any questions or concerns about the install of your conversion kit, please give your

salesperson a call at 866-597-2397.

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Quick Start Guide Buick Le Sabre 2000 - 2005

Buick Park Avenue 1997 - 2005 Pontiac Bonneville 2000 - 2005

Rear 2000 - 2005 GMLB-R1

• (2) Fully assembled coil over shocks Parts Included in This Kit

• (2) #6 Coil Springs • (2) Isolators

• Metric Socket Set

Tools Needed For Installation

• Floor Jack • Jack Stands • Metric Wrenches • Screw Drivers (Phillips and Flat Head) • Wire Cutter/Stripper/Crimping Tool • Level Work Surface • Spring Compressor (If Applicable) • Allen Wrenches

1. Read general service precautions 2. Support the vehicle 3. Remove air suspension parts 4. Install conversion 5. Disable the ride control light

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Strutmasters LLC Le Sabre/Bonneville/Park Avenue 2000 - 2005 11/10/09

Rear Installation Instructions Rear Shock Removal Instructions

1. Raise and support vehicle with a lift or floor jacks.

2. Remove rear wheels. 3. Support the control arm with a jack stand.

(See Figure #1) Fig. 1

4. Disconnect the automatic level control air tube from the shock. (See Figure #2) Fig. 2

5. Remove the lower shock absorber retaining bolts. (See Figure #3) Fig. 3

6. Remove the trunk trim to gain access to the shock absorber upper mounting nuts.

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7. Remove the upper shock absorber cover. (See Figure #4)

Fig. 4

8. Remove the upper shock absorber retaining nuts. (See Figure #5)

Fig. 5

9. Remove the upper shock absorber reinforcement. (See Figure #6)

Fig. 6

10. Remove the shock from the vehicle. (See Figure #7)

Fig. 7

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Rear Coil Removal Instructions Read the instructions carefully before attempting the installation. Feel free to call our Technical Support

Line if you have problems during the install. 1. Remove the Hex nut from the

adjustment link and separate from the lower control arm. (See Figure #1)

Fig. 1

2. Slowly lower the lower control arm until it bottoms on the support assembly.

3. Using a pry bar, pry under the lower coil spring isolator and remove the spring with the isolator. (See Figure #2)

Fig. 2

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Rear Coil Installation Instructions 1. Install lower coil spring retainer that

is supplied with kit. Bolt to lower control arm. (See Figure #1)

Fig. 1

Read the instructions carefully before attempting the installation. Feel free to call our Technical Support Line if you have problems during the install.

2. Install small end of coil spring onto upper spring isolator and position around lower coil spring retainer. Note: "Strutmasters" and the part number will read upside down once installed. (See Figure #2)

Fig. 2

3. Slowly raise the lower control arm and reinstall the adjustment link. Secure with hex nut and tighten to 36ft. lbs.

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Rear Shock Absorber Installation Instructions 1. Install the upper shock reinforcement

and the retaining nuts. Tighten the upper shock retaining nuts to 15 ft. lbs. (See Figure #1)

Fig. 1

2. Install the upper shock absorber cover. (See Figure #2)

Fig. 2

3. Install the trunk trim. 4. Install the lower shock retaining bolts

. Tighten the lower shock bolts to 18ft. lbs. (See Figure #3)

Fig. 3

5. Install the tire and wheel.

6. Lower the vehicle.

7. Remove the compressor fuse to disable the air suspension system.