Avalon V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
c. Loosen the LH support suspension center nut.
NOTICE: Do not remove the nut.
HINT: It is not necessary to loosen the nut if the shock absorber is not being disassembled.
d. Remove the 3 nuts.
e. Lower the rear axle carrier, and remove the 2 nuts and 2 bolts on the lower side of the shock absorber.
f.
Remove the shock absorber with coil spring.
9. FIX REAR SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING
a. Install the 2 nuts and bolt to the bracket at the lower part of the shock absorber, and secure it in a vise as shown in the illustration to the left.
10. REMOVE SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH
a. Using SST, compress the coil spring.
SST 09727-30021
NOTICE: Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage the SST.
b. Remove the nut, collar and LH support suspension.
c. Remove the coil spring, spring bumper and insulator lower.