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 in the order indicated in the table.

2.  Install in the reverse order of removal.

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1	Parking brake cable
2	Caliper (See Caliper Removal Note.)
3	Rear lateral link (upper) inner bolt
4	Stabilizer control link upper nut
5	Rear shock absorber lower bolt
6	Rear shock absorber bracket (See Rear Shock Absorber Bracket Removal Note.)
7	Rear shock absorber and coil spring

Caliper Removal Note

1.  Remove the caliper, and hang the cable out of the way.

Rear Shock Absorber Bracket Removal Note

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

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

3.  Remove the rear shock absorber bracket.