Removal [02/2017 - 10/2017]: Procedure

Refer to REMOVAL [02/2017 - 05/2018]

1. Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear shock absorber assembly from the vehicle.

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1. Loosen the nut of the rear shock absorber assembly.

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   *1	Rear Axle Carrier Pin

   NOTE:

   Hold the rear axle carrier pin while rotating the nut.

See step  2

1. Remove the bolt and nut, and separate the rear upper control arm assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

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   NOTE:

   Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Loosen the bolt with the nut secured.

1. Remove the nut and rear shock absorber assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

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   *1	Rear Axle Carrier Pin

   NOTE:

   Hold the rear axle carrier pin while rotating the nut.

1. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, remove the rear shock absorber cap from the rear shock absorber assembly.

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   *a	Protective Tape

1. Secure the rear shock absorber assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.

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   *a	Turn
   *b	Hold

   NOTE:

   Do not overtighten the vise.

2. Using SST and a 6 mm hexagon socket wrench, hold the rear shock absorber rod and remove the rear support to rear shock absorber nut.
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3. Remove the rear suspension support assembly from the rear shock absorber assembly.