Removal

REMOVAL

NOTE: Before proceeding, Refer to REAR SUSPENSION WARNING.




1. Move aside the luggage compartment carpet as necessary to access the shock assembly upper mounting nuts.
2. Remove the two nuts (1) securing the shock assembly (2) to the body bracket (3).
3. Raise and support the vehicle.




4. Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the rear tire and wheel assembly.




5. Remove the trim cover (5) from the bottom of the lower control arm (3).
6. Remove the lower shock mounting nut (4) and bolt (1).
7. Lower the shock assembly (2) out of the body bracket and lift out over rear suspension.