REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION


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Caution
•  Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before operations, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side), and move the sensor away from the harnesses.

1.  Remove the trunk end trim. (See TRUNK END TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2.  Remove the trunk mat. (See TRUNK MAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3.  Remove the partition board. (See PARTITION BOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

4.  Remove the trunk side trim. (See TRUNK SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

5.  When working on the left side of the vehicle, remove the fuel-filler pipe protector. (See FUEL TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF].)

6.  Remove in the order indicated in the table.

7.  Install in the reverse order of removal.

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1
Parking brake cable
2
Brake caliper component
3
Stabilizer control link upper nut
4
Rear lateral link (lower) ball joint
5
Rear lateral link (upper) bolt
6
Rear shock absorber lower bolt
7
Rear shock absorber and coil spring


Brake Caliper Component Removal Note

1.  Remove the brake caliper component and suspend it out of the way using a cable.