How to replace rear shocks on Grand caravan VW Routan Step by step (EP 336)

can I replace rear shocks on Grand Caravan or VW Routan easily?
I show the issues you might have replacing these shocks on your van.
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🔷 SKIPPABLE CHAPTERS BELOW 🔷
0:00 What does it sound like when a shock absorber is making noise on Grand Caravan & Routan?
0:24 What does a bad shock bushing look like?
5:17 What problems can I have removing shock absorbers?
18:12 What aftermarket bolts and nuts fit Grand Caravan and Routan rear shocks?
20:38 What is the torque for rear shock tower bolts on Grand Caravan and Routan??
21:46 What is the torque for the rear shock bolts & nuts on Grand Caravan and Routan?
23:25 Is it worth replacing my shocks by myself on Grand Caravan and Routan??
24:06 Where is a playlist for Dodge Grand Caravans?
24:45 Where are some video bloopers from repair videos?

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