Removal & Disassembly (Except SVX)
- Remove rear seat cushion and rear seat backrest (sedan) or rear speaker grille (wagon). Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheels. Remove brake caliper and brake hose (if necessary). Place mark on upper strut mount stud and body for reassembly reference.
- Remove upper and lower mounting bolts and remove strut from vehicle. Using coil spring compressor, compress coil spring. Remove double nuts and disassemble shock. Note position of coil spring in relation to upper bracket. See Figure or Figure. Check strut assembly for oil leaks. Check action of piston rod for abnormal noise or resistance.