Shock absorber shank wrench?

[nicktheviking]

The shop manual says to use a service tool (shank wrench) to hold the shock absorber end in place when removing the nut. Is this tool necessary or can a regular wrench be substituted?

[mbouse]

good luck finding the Fiat specific tool.

usually a decent pair of vice grips works really well, since you can clamp it on and letter ride.

[ga.spyder]

Yes ,you must the Fiat specific ''vica grippa'' Works like a charm!
Craig

[So Cal Mark]

there is a socket designed to hold the inner shaft on shocks. It's a double-D shape, not just specific to Fiat