Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 05 (REAR SUSPENSION)
GENERAL
The procedure described below is the same for
the RH and LH sides, unless otherwise instructed.
PROCEDURES
SHOCK ABSORBERS
Shock Absorber Removal
1. Safely lift and support the vehicle off the
ground.
2. Remove screws and nuts retaining shock ab-
sorber.
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3. Remove shock absorber.
Shock Absorber Inspection
Remove spring from shock absorber. Refer to
SPRINGS
in this subsection.
Secure the end of shock body in a vise with its rod
upward.
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NOTICE
Do not clamp directly on shock
body.
Extend and compress the piston several times
over its entire stroke. Check that it moves
smoothly and with uniform resistance with its
rod upward.
Check the following conditions that will denote a
defective shock:
– A skip or a hang back when reversing stroke at
mid travel
– Seizing or binding condition except at extreme
end of either stroke
– Oil leakage
– A gurgling noise, after completing one full com-
pression and extension stroke.
Replace if any faults are present.
Shock Absorber Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure. However, pay attention to the following.
Tighten shock absorber nuts to specification.
TIGHTENING TORQUE
Shock absorber nut
61 N•m ± 9 N•m
(45 lbf•ft ± 7 lbf•ft)
SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHINGS
Shock Absorber Bushing Replacement
1. Remove shock absorber from vehicle. Refer to
SHOCK ABSORBERS
in this subsection.
2. Install shock absorber on a press.
3. Use an appropriate socket to push bushing.
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4. Remove bushing from shock absorber.
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