FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING (for Sport Package): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Toyota RAV4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT:

Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH (See INSTALLATION )
REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING LH
1. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, and disconnect the shock absorber from the steering knuckle.
  HINT:
  
  While fixing the nuts in place, loosen and remove the bolts.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Front Shock Absorber With Coil Spring LH
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2. Remove the 3 nuts and shock absorber with coil spring.
  
  Fig 2: Removing 3 Nuts And Shock Absorber With Coil Spring
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