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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Support the rear axle.
  3. Fig 1: Shock Absorber Mounting
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  4. Remove the upper shock absorber nut and the bolt.
  5. Remove the lower shock absorber nut and the bolt.
  6. Remove the shock absorber.