Removal and Installation

Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).
Tightening torque:

107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb.ft)

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NOTE: Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire.
Support the jack to torsion bead axle.

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Loosen the lower mounting bolt and then detach the rear shock absorber (A).
Tightening torque:

98.0 - 117.6 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the coil spring (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Check the wheel alignment.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - " REAR ALIGNMENT ")