Install the Upper Section Of the Rear Shock Absorber
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Position the shock absorber. Ensure that the end of the lower spiral is pointing towards the rear of the car .
Install the upper nuts for the shock absorber. Tighten to 50 Nm . Use new nuts.
Install the protective cap. Reinstall all removed components. See Installing the rear panel .