Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement (RWD)

Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement (RWD)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service Intervals) .
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the shock to yoke retaining nut (1).
4. Remove the shock to yoke retaining bolt (2) by pulling up slightly on the lower control arm to remove the pressure on the bolt.




5. Remove the yoke to lower control arm bolt (1).
6. Remove the yoke (2) from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Position the yoke (2) to the shock and control arm.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

2. Install the yoke to control arm bolt (1).

Tighten the bolt to 180 N.m (133 lb ft).





3. Install the shock to yoke retaining bolt (2).
4. Install the shock yoke nut (1).

Tighten the nut to 90 N.m (66 lb ft).

5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
6. Lower the vehicle.