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Piston Rod Nut Removal Note

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.
  1. Loosen the piston rod nut several turns, but do not remove the nut.
  2. Secure the shock absorber in the SSTs. 
    Fig 1: Securing Shock Absorber
    G03638043Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Compress the coil spring using the SSTs  and remove the nut.
    WARNING:
    • Removing the piston rod nut is dangerous. The shock absorber and spring could fly off under tremendous pressure and cause serious injury or death. Secure the shock absorber in the SSTs before removing the coil spring nut.