Rear Shock Absorber And Coil Spring Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspect the rear wheel alignment.
- If not as specified, adjust the rear wheel alignment. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)
  
  Fig 1: View Of Rear Shock Absorber And Coil Spring & Torque Specifications
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.