How should gas charged shock absorbers be handled when servicing the front suspension on Chevrolet Corvette?

During front suspension maintenance technicians should treat gas charged shock absorbers with extreme caution because of their high-pressure gas content. Begin your operation by using a centerpunch to make a 10 mm (0.4 in) indentation at the tube bottom. Position the shock absorber rod into maximum extension before fixing it across the vise. With a 5 mm (3/16 in) drill bit and at the centerpunch location, make a hole that will allow gas or gas/oil mixture to escape while shop towels catch the oil. Using the centerpunch before drilling two holes into the tube goes next. The second hole gets positioned at the centerpunch which gets closed again using shop towels for containing oil leakage. Position the shock absorber rod over the drain pan so all holes face downward before moving it back and forth to eliminate oil from inside the device.

How to replace the rear shock absorber on Chevrolet Corvette?

The first step involves elevating the vehicle for Shock Absorber change operations. The first step requires removal of the tire assembly together with the wheel. Disconnect the rear shock electronic suspension control (ESC) harness connection from its upper shock tower mounting point as well as disconnect its pigtail harness from the same location. First disconnect both the Shock Absorber to lower Control Arm mounting bolt and the upper mounting bolts. Detach the suspension knuckle tie rod on its outer end. Pull out the Shock Absorber while directing the esc wire and connecting bracket properly into the upper shock tower. One should then remove both the upper insulator retainer and insulator from the Shock Absorber. The installation process requires inserting the upper insulator retainer and insulator onto the Shock Absorber while positioning the esc connector within while making sure the white paint mark faces the exterior of the bottom bracket with bracket to esc connector at 180-degree orientation. Mount the Shock Absorber onto the shock tower and lower Control Arm while being cautious about the esc pigtail and connector position. Fasten and tighten the Shock Absorber upper mounting bolts to 30 n.m (22 lb ft). You should install the Shock Absorber lower mounting bolt and attach the nut before tightening the lower mounting nut to 145 n.m (107 lb ft). Throughout the process reconnect the outer tie rod to the suspension knuckle while fastening the harness pigtail into the upper shock tower clip and restating the connection between the rear shock esc harness. Finish by installing the tire along with wheel assembly followed by lowering the vehicle.

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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 10302877
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock; Absorber, Shock
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- 2005-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 10302855
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- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, Base, Grand Sport, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 84235051
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- Other Name: Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock; Absorber, Shock
- Replaces: 23238698, 23284142
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 84235048
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- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock
- Replaces: 23284140, 23167235, 23457911
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 19302775
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- Other Name: Strut Kit, Shock; Shock
- Replaces: 19178739, 19259307
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Grand Sport, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Part Number: 19302787
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- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front And Rear Suspension; Shock Absorber; Absorber Kit, Shock
- Replaces: 88952524
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 50th Anniversary Edition, 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, Base, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 19302790
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- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Front And Rear Suspension; Shock; Absorber Kit, Shock
- Replaces: 88952527
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette | Base | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 19302774
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- Other Name: Strut Kit, Shock; Shock
- Replaces: 19207674, 19259306
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | Z06, Z06 Carbon | 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 23202881
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- Other Name: Shock; Absorber, Shock
- Replaced by: 84513884
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 10313647
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- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 84235049
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- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock
- Replaces: 23284143, 23457913
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- 2015-2019 Chevrolet Corvette | Grand Sport, Stingray, Z06, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Part Number: 25819268
$101.92 MSRP: $171.46
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- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Suspension Shock Absorber; Shock
- Replaces: 10318361
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, 427 Limited Edition Z06, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 19431690
$517.10 MSRP: $931.72
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- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Rear Shock
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 19302789, 88952526
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 50th Anniversary Edition, 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, Base, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 19431689
$536.53 MSRP: $966.72
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- Other Name: Absorber Kit, Rear Shock
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 19302788, 88952525
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 50th Anniversary Edition, 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, Base, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 19302780
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber Assembly, Rear Shock; Shock Absorber; Absorber, Shock
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 19207062, 22784742
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock, Passenger Side Part Number: 19302778
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock Absorber
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 19207063, 22784740
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 427, Base, Grand Sport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, ZR1 | 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber, Driver Side Part Number: 22064825
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 22064812
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Chevrolet Corvette | Base, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber, Driver Side Part Number: 22064827
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 22064814
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Chevrolet Corvette | Base, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber, Passenger Side Part Number: 22064828
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 22064815
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Chevrolet Corvette | Base, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
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Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber, Passenger Side Part Number: 22064826
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Absorber, Shock; Shock
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 22064813
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2002 Chevrolet Corvette | Base, Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, Z06 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS

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Chevrolet Corvette brand name Shock Absorber is also a critical component that is involved in suspension system the main function of which is shock damping which improves the quality of the ride. Heat is generated from kinetic energy which reduces bouncing and vibration in transportation through absorbing them while cooperating with spring to maintain stability in rough terrians. Chevrolet Corvette in the past and at some point in the future may employ Shock Absorbers of the twin-tube and currently mono-tube varieties. Twin-tube shocks are normal and simple in design and may normally be gas filled to provide greater sturdiness. Whereas simple shocks fall short in heat management, specialized mono-tube shocks are supplied in multi-position, allowing for installation in any direction. Other sophisticated technologies like the PSD and magnetorheological dampers add to the Shock Absorber's functioning by providing dynamic responses to the driving conditions hence improving the performance of Chevrolet Corvette cars.

Chevrolet Corvette Shock Absorber Parts and Q&A

Shock Absorber
10302877
Q: How should gas charged shock absorbers be handled when servicing the front suspension on Chevrolet Corvette?
A:
During front suspension maintenance technicians should treat gas charged shock absorbers with extreme caution because of their high-pressure gas content. Begin your operation by using a centerpunch to make a 10 mm (0.4 in) indentation at the tube bottom. Position the shock absorber rod into maximum extension before fixing it across the vise. With a 5 mm (3/16 in) drill bit and at the centerpunch location, make a hole that will allow gas or gas/oil mixture to escape while shop towels catch the oil. Using the centerpunch before drilling two holes into the tube goes next. The second hole gets positioned at the centerpunch which gets closed again using shop towels for containing oil leakage. Position the shock absorber rod over the drain pan so all holes face downward before moving it back and forth to eliminate oil from inside the device.
Shock Absorber
10313647
Q: How to replace the rear shock absorber on Chevrolet Corvette?
A:
The first step involves elevating the vehicle for Shock Absorber change operations. The first step requires removal of the tire assembly together with the wheel. Disconnect the rear shock electronic suspension control (ESC) harness connection from its upper shock tower mounting point as well as disconnect its pigtail harness from the same location. First disconnect both the Shock Absorber to lower Control Arm mounting bolt and the upper mounting bolts. Detach the suspension knuckle tie rod on its outer end. Pull out the Shock Absorber while directing the esc wire and connecting bracket properly into the upper shock tower. One should then remove both the upper insulator retainer and insulator from the Shock Absorber. The installation process requires inserting the upper insulator retainer and insulator onto the Shock Absorber while positioning the esc connector within while making sure the white paint mark faces the exterior of the bottom bracket with bracket to esc connector at 180-degree orientation. Mount the Shock Absorber onto the shock tower and lower Control Arm while being cautious about the esc pigtail and connector position. Fasten and tighten the Shock Absorber upper mounting bolts to 30 n.m (22 lb ft). You should install the Shock Absorber lower mounting bolt and attach the nut before tightening the lower mounting nut to 145 n.m (107 lb ft). Throughout the process reconnect the outer tie rod to the suspension knuckle while fastening the harness pigtail into the upper shock tower clip and restating the connection between the rear shock esc harness. Finish by installing the tire along with wheel assembly followed by lowering the vehicle.