Installation [12/2019 - ]: Procedure

HINT: 

Perform this procedure only when replacement of the rear upper shock absorber bracket is necessary.

1. Install the rear upper shock absorber bracket to the vehicle with the 3 nuts.

   Torque: 68 N.m (693 kgf/cm, 50 ft.lbf) 

1. Temporarily install the rear shock absorber assembly with the 2 bolts and nut.

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   *a

   Protector

   NOTE:

   • Ensure that the protector faces the front of the vehicle.
   • Insert the bolt with the threaded end facing the rear of the vehicle.
   • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.

1. Using a jack and wooden block, apply load to the suspension so that the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly is positioned as shown in the illustration.

   Standard Length (A)

   19.5 mm (0.768 in.)

   WARNING:

   Do not jack up the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly too high as the vehicle may fall.

   NOTE:

   • When jacking up the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly, be sure to jack it up slowly.
   • Make sure to perform this operation with the vehicle kept as low as possible.

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   *a	Wooden Block
   *b	Jack
   	Wooden Block Placement Location

1. Install the rear shock absorber assembly with the bolt (A) and bolt (B).

   Bolt (A) 

   Torque: 90 N.m (918 kgf/cm, 66 ft.lbf) 

   Bolt (B) 

   Torque: 85 N.m (867 kgf/cm, 63 ft.lbf) 

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   NOTE:

   Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.

See step  9 [12/2019 - 10/2022], or see step  9 [10/2022 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1 [12/2019 - 10/2022] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1 [10/2022 - ]