Removal

Rear Shock Absorber

REMOVAL
1) Remove the trunk side trim (sedan model) or luggage side mat (OUTBACK model).
2) Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.
3) Remove the nut, and disconnect the rear stabilizer link.
4) Remove the bolts at the bottom of the shock absorber.
5) Disconnect the rear lateral link.





6) Remove the nuts of the shock absorber mount.





7) Remove the shock absorber.