Removal And Installation: Removal

Remove the rear wheel and tires.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - " WHEEL ")
Separate the rear shock absorbers (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

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Remove the coil spring, coil spring upper pad, and lower pad (A).

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Remove the coil spring upper pad (A), and lower pad (B).

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