Corolla CE Sedan 4-Door L4-1587cc 1.6L DOHC MFI (1997)
a. Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the strut rod.
[torque: 91 Nm (67 ft. lbs.)].
Installation Note: After stabilizing the suspension, torque the bolt.
b. Loosen the 2 nuts on the lower side of the shock absorber.
[torque: 142 Nm (105 ft. lbs.)].
Removal Note: Do not remove the 2 nuts and bolts.
c. Remove the bolt, nut and washers, and disconnect the No.1 and No.2 suspension arms.
[torque: 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.)].
Installation Note: After stabilizing the suspension, torque the nut.
d. Remove the 2 nuts and bolts on the lower side of the shock absorber.
e. Remove the axle carrier.
9. Install in reverse order of removal, noting the torque specifications in brackets [ ].
10. After installation, bleed the brake system, check the ABS speed sensor signal (ABS equipped) and rear wheel alignment.
