Removal and Installation

FRONT COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER

Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

1.Remove tires with power tool. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
2.Remove wheel sensor and harness connector from shock absorber. Refer to "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View" Exploded View.
3.Remove brake hose bracket. Refer to "FRONT : Exploded View" Exploded View.
4.Remove stabilizer connecting rod. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
5.Separate upper link from steering knuckle. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View
6.Remove shock absorber assembly and gusset.
NOTE:
If removing shock absorber is difficult, loosen upper link mounting bolts (vehicle side).

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
- Never tap on the ball joint cap of the stabilizer connecting rod with a hammer or a similar item when inserting the stabilizer connecting rod into the transverse link.
- Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the shock absorber lower side (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions with tires on level ground.