Rear Suspension Shock Absorber

Shock Absorber Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).




3. Remove the lower shock bolt.




4. Remove the upper shock bolt.
5. Remove the shock from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the shock to the vehicle.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the upper shock bolt and tighten to 110 Nm (81 lb ft).




3. Install the lower shock bolt and nut and tighten to 110 Nm (81 lb ft).
4. Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
5. Lower the vehicle.