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Rear Shock Absorber: Removal

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  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL 
  2. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION COVER PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Sedan Fixed Seat Type) (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  3. REMOVE REAR SEATBACK ASSEMBLY (for Sedan Fixed Seat Type) (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  4. REMOVE REAR ABSORBER CAP (for Hatchback) 
  5. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER CAP 
  6. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER 
    1. Support the axle beam with a jack. Insert a wooden block between the jack and the rear axle spring seat to prevent damage.
    2. Remove the 2 nuts while keeping the piston rod from rotating.
    3. Remove the cushion retainer and suspension support.
      Fig 1: Removing Cushion Retainer & Suspension Support
      G04832116Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Remove the bolt while keeping the nut from rotating and remove the shock absorber.
      NOTE: Remove the nut on the bolt side because the one on the lower side is a jam nut.
  7. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION SUPPORT STOPPER 
  8. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION SUPPORT ASSEMBLY 
    Fig 2: Locating Shock Absorber Jam Nut
    G04832117Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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