Matrix FWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE) (2009)
(a) Support the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly using a jack and wooden block.
(b) Remove the bolt and the nut, and separate the rear shock absorber with coil spring from the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly.
(c) Remove the 3 nuts.
(d) Remove the 3 bolts from the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly.
(e) Press the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly down to the outside of the vehicle and remove the rear shock absorber with coil spring.
43. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SHOCK ABSORBER CUSHION WASHER
(a) Using SST, compress the rear coil spring.
SST: 09727-30021
09727-00010
09727-00021
09727-00031
NOTE: Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage SST.
HINT: If the rear coil spring is compressed at an angle, using 2 SST will make the work easier.