Tools & PPE
- PPE: safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, long-sleeve work clothes, hearing protection.
- Hand tools: metric socket set (deep & shallow), combination wrenches, breaker bar, ratchet, extensions.
- Impact wrench (air/electric) — for removal only; finish with torque wrench.
- Torque wrench (appropriate range).
- Penetrating oil (PB Blaster/Rust Penetrant).
- Hydraulic bottle jack or floor jack (rated for loader weight) and heavy-duty jack stands or solid blocking (timber cribbing).
- Safety props / boom support bar (mechanical prop or manufactured safety support for loader arms).
- Pry bars, drift punch, large hammer.
- Bench vise or hydraulic press (for pressing bushings in/out) or bushing driver set.
- Wire brush, parts cleaner, rags.
- Anti-seize compound, appropriate thread locker (Loctite purple/blue if OEM specifies).
- Replacement parts: shock absorber (if worn/damaged), shock mount bracket (if bent/cracked), mount bushings (rubber/urethane), mounting bolts/nuts/washers (OEM or new grade 8/10.9 bolts as specified), grease if required by bushing type.
- Service manual for Toyota SDK10 (for torque specs and hydraulic pressure procedures).

Safety precautions (must do)
- Work on a level, hard surface. Chock wheels and engage parking brake.
- Always support loader arms/boom with certified mechanical props or solid stands before removing any component that supports load. Never rely on the shock or hydraulic cylinder to support the arms.
- Disconnect negative battery terminal if you’ll be working near electrical components or if the procedure in the manual requires it.
- Relieve hydraulic system pressure according to the Toyota SDK10 workshop manual before disconnecting hydraulic lines or removing components that could suddenly move.
- Use rated lifting/support equipment. If jacking under the frame, use stands rated for the machine’s weight.
- Wear PPE and keep bystanders clear.

Step‑by‑step shock mount replacement
Follow the OEM manual for model-specific items (torque figures, hydraulic pressure release). The steps below are typical and intended as a practical technician procedure.

1) Prepare machine
- Park on level ground, lower bucket/arms to the ground if possible.
- Chock wheels, set parking brake, shut off engine and remove key.
- If required by manual, disconnect negative battery terminal.

2) Secure the loader arms
- Place certified mechanical props or heavy jack stands under the loader arms or use a boom support bar so the arm is fully supported independent of the shock or hydraulic cylinder.
- Verify stability by gently trying to move the arm—no movement allowed.

3) Access the shock and mounts
- Clean around the upper and lower mount areas with wire brush or parts cleaner so bolts and brackets are visible.
- Apply penetrating oil to mounting bolts, let soak 10–15 minutes.

4) Remove mounting hardware
- Use breaker bar / impact to break loose nuts/bolts. Hold the bolt head with a wrench while turning the nut, if required.
- Remove nut and washer; keep track of orientation and any shims/spacers. Replace hardware rather than reuse if damaged or if OEM calls for new hardware.

5) Support the shock and remove
- Support the shock with a jack or strap so it does not fall when the second fastener is removed.
- Remove remaining fastener and lower the shock out of the machine carefully.

6) Inspect shock and mounts
- Check shock for oil leaks, bent shaft, pitting, or blown mounts. If the shock shows wear or damage, replace it.
- Inspect mount brackets for cracks, elongation of holes, or corrosion. Replace if damaged.

7) Remove old bushings from mount or shock eyes (if applicable)
- If bushings are pressed into the shock eyes or bracket, use a hydraulic press or bench vise and appropriate driver to press them out. If no press, use a drift and hammer carefully—but avoid damaging the eye.
- Clean the bore and inspect for corrosion/damage.

8) Install new bushings and mount hardware
- Press new rubber or urethane bushings into the shock eye or bracket using a press or bushing driver. Ensure correct orientation (inner sleeve toward the item per part instructions).
- Lightly coat bolt sleeves with recommended lubricant (some urethane bushings require grease; rubber usually uses a little light oil or no lubrication — follow bushing manufacturer).
- Replace mounting bolts, washers and nuts with new items as required; apply anti-seize to bolt shanks if recommended and apply thread locker if OEM specifies.

9) Refit the shock
- Position the shock in place, align bushings and insert bolt(s). It’s often easier to install the lower bolt first, then align upper.
- Hand-tighten nuts to hold; ensure any shims/spacers are reinstalled in their original locations.

10) Torque fasteners
- Using a torque wrench, torque all mounting bolts/nuts to the Toyota SDK10 specified torque values. If you don’t have the manual on hand, mark bolts as temporary and do not operate loader until correct torque is applied. (Do not guess torque values.)

11) Final checks before removing supports
- Visually inspect that bushings are seated, bolts are torqued, and there’s correct orientation.
- Remove mechanical props/jack stands slowly, ensuring the loader arms are supported by the hydraulic system without abnormal movement.
- Reconnect battery if disconnected.

12) Functional test
- Start engine and operate the loader through slow, controlled cycles—raise/lower the arm, operate with load (light) to confirm there are no noises, binding or leaks.
- Recheck torque after first few hours of operation or first day (bushing settling can change torque).

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Not supporting the arms: Always use certified supports; shocks can be under load and sudden release can cause severe injury.
- Reusing stretched or corroded bolts: Always replace fasteners that show wear. Use the correct grade and thread engagement.
- Incorrect bushing orientation or improper installation: Press in bushings squarely; misoriented bushings lead to premature failure.
- Overheating or melting rubber bushings: If using heat to free parts, heat carefully and locally; excessive heat destroys rubber.
- Not torquing to spec: Under/over-torquing causes failure or distorted bushings—use torque wrench and OEM values.
- Ignoring associated components: If mount bracket is cracked or shock is failing, replacing bushings alone will not fix handling/noise.
- Improper lubrication: Some urethane bushings need grease; rubber usually does not. Follow bushing instructions.

How each tool is used (concise)
- Jack & stands/cribbing: Safely raise and support components; stands carry the load, jack lifts.
- Penetrating oil: Soak rusty bolts to ease removal.
- Breaker bar/impact: Break loose tight fasteners. Finish to spec with torque wrench.
- Torque wrench: Set to specified torque, tighten fasteners to value in steady motion; recheck after first run.
- Hydraulic press/bench vise & drivers: Press out/install bushings squarely without damaging component.
- Pry bar/drift & hammer: Aid alignment and remove stuck parts (use carefully to avoid bending brackets).
- Anti-seize/thread locker: Anti-seize prevents galling on bolt shanks; thread locker holds nuts if required by OEM.

Replacement parts required (typical)
- Shock absorber (if worn/damaged) — recommended to replace shock and bushings together if shock body is pitted or leaking.
- Mount bushings (rubber or urethane) and inner sleeves.
- Mounting bolts/nuts/washers (replace per OEM service manual or if signs of wear/corrosion).
- Mount bracket, if cracked or deformed.

Final note
Follow the Toyota SDK10 workshop manual for exact torque figures, hydraulic pressure/relief procedures, and specific part numbers. If you cannot access the manual or lack appropriate lifting/support gear, hire a certified technician.
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