REAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during the rear shock absorber removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedure After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced
Replacement Part or Procedure Necessary Procedures Effects/Inoperative when not Performed Link
The vehicle height changes due to replacement of suspension components or after performing such operations as removal and reinstallation Headlight leveling ECU assembly initialization Headlight leveling function

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Tech Tips


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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

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  2. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Support the axle housing.


      1. Jack up and support the vehicle's frame on stands.

      2. Lower the axle housing until the coil spring tension is free, and maintain this position.

    2. B003QMZ

      Remove the 2 bolts.

    3. B003KZG

      Remove the bolt.

    4. Disconnect the rear shock absorber assembly LH from the axle housing and frame.

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      *a Turn
      *b Hold

      Remove the lock nut, 3 rear shock absorber cushion retainers, rear No. 1 shock absorber cushion, rear upper shock absorber bracket LH and rear No. 2 shock absorber cushion.