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Removal (Rear)

NOTE: Rear gas-pressurized shocks act as rebound stops for rear suspension. Support rear suspension arms whenever rear shocks are removed.
  1. Turn air suspension off, and set parking brake. Position ignition switch to OFF or LOCK position. Remove trunk side trim panel. Disconnect rear shock actuator connector from harness connector. Squeeze actuator retaining tabs, and remove actuator. Hold actuator bracket, and remove nut and bracket. Position vehicle on drive-on hoist or alignment pit, or support rear suspension. Raise vehicle. See REPAIR PRECAUTIONS .
  2. Remove upper shock nuts from inside trunk. Remove lower bolt and nut from lower control arm. Remove shock. See Figure. Remove insulator from shock.
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