REAR SHOCK ABSORBER(for 4WD and Pre-Runner) 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

    w/ Automatic Headlight Beam Level Control System:

  • 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 RH side rear shock absorber assembly RH lower protector should face to the front side.

  • 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

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    1. Support the rear axle housing.


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

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

    2. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 rear No. 2 shock absorber cushion washers.

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

    4. Remove the 4 rear shock absorber bushes from the rear shock absorber assembly LH.

    5. Remove the 2 rear No. 1 shock absorber cushion washers.