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Remove the rear wheel & tire.
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Loosen the bolt & nut and then disconnect the shock absorber (A) with the rear axle.
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Loosen the shock absorber (A) mounting bolts.
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Installation is the reverse of removal. |
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Check the rubber parts for wear and deterioration. |
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Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.
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Components 1. Self locking nut2. Bracket assembly3. Bumper rubber4. Dust cover5. Shock absorber
Removal 1. Remove the rear wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel & tire.
Removal 1. If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off. 2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
Inspection 1. Ignition "OFF". 2. Disconnect the intake actuator connector. 3. Verify that the actuator operates to the recirculation position when connecting 12V to the terminal 3 and grounding terminal 7. 4. Verify that the intake actuator operates to the fresh position when connecting in the reverse.