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 (See Brake Caliper Component Removal Note.)
3 | Stabilizer control link upper nut
4 | Rear lateral link (lower) ball joint (See REAR LATERAL LINK (LOWER) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
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.