REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

  2. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER

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  3. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY


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      *a Wooden Block
      *b Jack

      Support the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly using a jack and wooden block.

      CAUTION:

      Do not jack up the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly too high as the vehicle may fall.

      Note


      • When jacking up the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly, be sure to jack it up slowly.

      • Keep supporting the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly with a jack until the installation of the rear shock absorber assembly has been completed.

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      Remove the bolt (B) and nut.

      Note

      Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

    3. Remove the bolt (A) and the rear shock absorber assembly.