Damper-Spring Removal and Installation
Damper Removal and InstallationRemoval
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations. Remove the rear wheels.
2. Place a floor jack at the connecting point of lower arm B and the knuckle.
3. Remove the flange bolt (A) from the body.
4. Remove the self-locking nut (B) and washer from the knuckle.
5. Compress the damper (C) by hand, and remove it from the vehicle.
Inspection
1. Push on the damper by hand as shown.
2. Compress the damper assembly by hand, and check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension. The damper should extend in a smooth, continuous motion when the compression is released. If it does not (no compression or no extension), the gas is leaking, and the damper should be replaced.
3. Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises, or binding during these tests.
Installation
1. Place a floor jack at the connecting point of lower arm B and the knuckle.
2. Compress the damper (A) by hand, and move it into position. Loosely install the flange bolt (B), washer (C), and self-locking nut (D).
3. Raise the rear suspension with a floor jack to load it with the vehicle's weight.
4. Tighten the flange bolt and self-locking nut to the specified torque values.
5. Install the rear wheels.
6. Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.