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Remove the rear wheel and tire(A) from rear hub(B).
caution
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) then remove the rear wheel and tire(A).
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
Remove the rear wheel and tire(A) from rear hub(B).
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) then remove the rear wheel and tire(A).
Remove the speed sensor cable monting bolt(A).
Drum brake type :
Remove the speed sensor cable mounting bolts(2EA) and the brake hose bracket.
Disc brake type :
Remove the speed sensor cable mounting bolt(1EA)
Remove the stabilizer bar link nut(B).
Remove the strut upper mounting nut(A).
Remove the strut lower mounting bolts(A) and then remove the strut assembly(B).
Install the strut assembly(B) and then install the strut lower mounting bolts(A).
Tightening torque
140~160 Nm (1400~1600 Kgf·cm, 103.3~118.0 Ibf·ft)
Install the strut upper mounting nuts(A).
Tightening torque
30~40 Nm (300~400 Kgf·cm, 22.1~29.5 Ibf·ft)
Install stabilizer bar link nut(B).
Tightening torque
100~120 Nm (1000~1200 Kgf·cm, 73.8~88.5 Ibf·ft)
Install the speed sensor cable mounting bolt(A).
Tightening torque
7~11 Nm (70~110 Kgf·cm, 5.2~8.1 Ibf·ft)
Drum brake type :
Install the speed sensor cable mounting bolts(2EA) and the brake hose bracket.
Disc brake tyep :
Install the speed sensor cable mounting bolt(1EA)
Install the rear wheel and tire(A) on the rear hub(B).
Tightening torque
90~110 Nm (900~1100 Kgf·cm, 66.4~81.2 Ibf·ft)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts(C) then install the rear wheel and tire(A).
Using the special tool(09545-26000), compress the coil spring(A) until there is only a little tension on the strut(B).
Remove the self-locking nut(C) from the strut(B).
Remove the pipe, insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the strut(B).
Check the insulator for wear or damage.
Check rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
Compress and extend the piston rod(A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operating.
Install the spring lower pad(D) so that the protrusions(A) fit in the holes(C) in the spring lower seat(B).
Compress coil spring using special tool(09546-26000).
Install compressed coil spring into shock absorber.
Indicated two idenitification color marks on the coil spring; one follows model option (see page SS-2) the other follows load classification according to the below.
Pay attention to distinguish between the two marks and then install them.
Install the coil spring with the identification mark directed toward the knuckle.
After fully extending the piston rod, install the spring upper seat and insulator assembly.
After seating the upper and lower ends of the coil spring(A) in the upper and lower spring seat grooves(B) correctly, tighten new self-locking nut temporarily.
Remove the special tool(09546-26000).
Tighten the self-locking nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
40~55 Nm (400~550 Kgf·cm, 29.5~40.6 Ibf·ft)
Fully extend the piston rod.
Drill a hole on the A section to remove gas from the cylinder.
The gas coming out is harmless, but be careful of chips that may fly when drilling.
