Removal

SUSPENSION: REAR SHOCK ABSORBER: REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION COVER PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Sedan Fixed Seat Type) Removal
3. REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY (for Sedan Fixed Seat Type) Removal
4. REMOVE REAR ABSORBER CAP (for Hatchback)
5. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CAP
6. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
(a) Support the axle beam with a jack. Insert a wooden block between the jack and the rear axle spring seat to prevent damage.





(b) Remove the 2 nuts while keeping the piston rod from rotating.
(c) Remove the cushion retainer and suspension support.





(d) Remove the bolt while keeping the nut from rotating and remove the shock absorber.
NOTE: Remove the nut on the bolt side because the one on the lower side is a jam nut.

7. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION SUPPORT STOPPER
8. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION SUPPORT ASSEMBLY