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Rear Shock Absorber: Removal

  1. Remove the luggage floor mat. (Wagon model)
  2. Roll up the trunk side trim. (Sedan model)
  3. Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.
  4. Remove the bolts which secure the shock absorber to rear arm.
    Fig 1: Locating Shock Absorber Bolt
    G05342904Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Support the shock absorber using a jack.
  6. Remove the nuts which secure the shock absorber mount to vehicle.
    Fig 2: Locating Shock Absorber Mount Nuts
    G05342905Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the shock absorber.
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