Rodeo S 2WD L4-2.2L (1999)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
REMOVAL
1. Remove shock absorber fixing nut, bush and washer (upper side).
2. Remove shock absorber fixing nut and washer (lower side).
3. Remove shock absorber.
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear, damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition are found through inspection. Check the
following parts:
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Shock absorber
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Rubber bushing
NOTE: When mounting rubber bushings, be sure not to use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
INSTALLATION
1. Install shock absorber. When mounting shock absorber, be sure not to use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.
2. Install nut and washer (lower side), then tighten the nut lightly. Retighten to the bolt and nut specified torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque to 78 Nm (58 ft. lbs.).
3. Install nut, bush and washer (upper side), then tighten the nut lightly. Retighten to the nut specified torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque to 20 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).