Removal and Installation

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NOTE:

How to read the torque specifications .
Refer to the Exploded View as needed during the following procedures.
Check for deterioration and damage to each part during removal.

Vehicle - Lift
Rear Wheel - Remove

Damper - Remove

Fig 1: Rear Damper Lower Mounting Components With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

1. Position a floor jack under lower arm B.

2. Raise the floor jack until the suspension begins to compress.

3. Remove the damper lower mounting bolt (A) and the washer (C).

NOTE: Use a new bolt during reassembly.

Fig 2: Rear Damper Upper Mounting Components With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

4. Remove the damper upper mounting bolts (A).
NOTE:

Be careful not to damage the body.
Do not let the damper drop down under its own weight.
During installation, note these items.
- Install the damper unit in the body with the hole (B) facing outside.
- Use new flange bolts during reassembly.

All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Loosely install the nuts and/or bolts to install the bushings, load the suspension with the vehicle's weight, and then tighten the nuts and/or bolts to the specified torque.

Wheel Alignment - Check