Less Electronic Modulated Suspension
DISASSEMBLY1. Install two nuts and a bolt to the bracket at the lower portion of the shock absorber and secure it in a vise.
2. Using the 09727-30021 SST, compress the coil spring.
NOTE:
^ When holding the shock absorber with the coil spring removed, do not hold it by the spring lower seat. Also, do not knock the spring lower seat.
^ Do not use an impact wrench, it will damage the SST.
^ Use two of the same type of SST.
3. using Special Service Tool (SST) 09729-22031 or equivalent, to hold the suspension support, remove the nut.
6. Inspect the shock absorber by compressing and extending the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual operation sounds.
ASSEMBLY
1. Install the lower insulator onto the shock absorber.
2. Install the spring bumper to piston rod.
3. Install the coil spring, performing the following.
a. Using the 09727-30021 SST, compress the coil spring.
NOTE:
^ Do not use an impact wrench, it will damage the SST.
^ Use two of the same type of SST.
b. Install the coil spring to the shock absorber.
NOTE: Fit the lower end of the coil spring into the gap of the spring lower seat.
4. Install the spring upper seat and the insulator by performing the following.
a. Align the 'OUT' mark of spring upper seat with the mark of the upper insulator.
b. Install the spring upper seat with upper insulator to the shock absorber with the mark facing the outside of the vehicle.
c. Install the bearing and suspension support.
d. Using the 09729-22031 SST to hold the suspension support, install a new nut, tightening it to 49 Nm (36 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Check that the bearing fits into the recess in the suspension support.