The process for filling up your shocks is a simple one BUT if it is something you've never done before or only a handful of timed then it can be daunting! By following my simple procedure below you should be able to get through the process:
Step 1 - Remove the shocks from the car
As obvious as that sounds I have seen people try to do them without taking them off and it doesn't work!!
Step 2 - Do one shock at a time
It's easy to forget which shock spacers / springs go where if you're new to this!
Step 3 - Empty the old oil into a throw away container or a bin
Well there's no point keeping the old oil!!
Step 4 - Filling the shock with the new oil
Fill up the shock leaving a small gap at the top end of the shock body, do not fill to the top
Step 5 - Checking the shock
Place the Shock cap on the Shock body and compress the shaft into the body. You should be able to push the shaft all the way into the body with minimal resistance. If you can't do this or the resistance is great then take some oil out. Once you release the shock you should see a 'rebound' of the shaft and the shaft should move back towards the starting position. If there is little rebound then add a little more oil. Don't add too much though as you may end up taking some out!
Repeat the above process on all shocks and remember to put them back on the car once done!!
I hope the above is of some help!
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