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Remove the luggage tray cover from the quarter trim and pry the service cover loose with a (-) screwdriver.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Remove the luggage tray cover from the quarter trim and pry the service cover loose with a (-) screwdriver.
Remove the rear shock absorber upper mounting nut.
After supporting the rear torsion axle beam with a jack, remove the rear shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
Remove the rear shock absorber.
Tighten the rear shock absorber upper mounting bolt to the specified torque as follows.
After placing a jack at the bottom of the rear torsion axle beam and jacking up the vehicle to the proper location, tighten the rear shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
Specified torque
100~120 Nm (1000~1200 kgf·cm, 74~88 lb·ft)
Check that the rear coil spring is located in the proper position.
Check the shock absorber for wear or damage.
Check rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
Check the shock absorber for abnornal resistance or unusual sound.
