Rear Strut Assembly: Removal
- Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
- Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
- Remove the two rear shock absorber assembly mounting bolts (A).
- Remove the rear shock absorber assembly nut (B) from the rear knuckle, then remove the shock absorber assembly (A).
- Disassembly the rubber bumper and the dust cover from the rear shock absorber.