Springs & Shock Absorbers: Removal
- Fold seat back rest forward. Release luggage area carpet at front edge. Remove cover plate under front edge of carpet. Remove back rest catch pin and panel attaching clips. Loosen side panels at front edge and fold to one side. Raise and support rear of vehicle so wheels hang free. Working from inside vehicle, remove 2 retaining bolts from upper shock absorber.
- Place another jack in recess for spring in trailing arm and raise trailing arm. Remove shock absorber lower nut. Remove shock absorber from trailing arm. Lower trailing arm. Lower vehicle and, working from inside vehicle, lift out shock absorber with upper mount attached. Remove upper mount from shock absorber. Check mount bushing and replace as necessary.
- If springs are to be replaced, remove spring seat nut. Remove spring from vehicle. Transfer rubber spacer, auxiliary spring, and lower mount from old spring to new spring.