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Rear Shock Absorber - Removal





REMOVAL





1. Raise and support the vehicle Maintenance.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the two wheel well push pins (2).





4. Support the outboard end of the lower control arm with a suitable holding fixture.
5. Remove the upper shock bolts (2).
6. Remove the lower shock bolt and nut (3).
7. Lower the support on the outboard end of the lower control arm just enough to tilt the shock (1) into position for removal between the front and rear arms of the lower control arm.
8. Remove and transfer any necessary components.