Tacoma 2WD L4-2.4L (2RZ-FE) (1996)
Installation Hint: Torque to 26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.)
b. Remove the rear shock absorber.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Inspection
INSPECTION
Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual operation sounds.
If there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber with a new one.
NOTICE: When discarding the shock absorber, use the following procedure.
Disposal
DISPOSAL
1. Fully extend shock absorber rod.
2. Drill hole to remove gas from cylinder. Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder, as shown to remove the gas inside.
CAUTION: The gas coming out is harmless. but be careful of chips which may fly up when drilling.