RX 330 AWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
NOTICE: Keep the chamber of the pneumatic front LH w/ shock absorber cylinder assy from moving by holding it with your hand.
c. Install the front wheel.
Torque: 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft. lbs.)
d. Jack down the vehicle slowly until all the tires are on the ground.
NOTICE: When jacking down the vehicle, refer to the notice in Suspension Control (Automatic - Electronic Level); Testing and Inspection;
Procedures.
e. Start the engine so that the pneumatic front LH w/ shock absorber cylinder assy fills with air.
NOTICE: When the pneumatic cylinder is not filled with air even after operating the compressor for more than 1 minute (height control
indicator illumination blinks) re-start the engine and check if the compressor puts air into the cylinder.
11. INSPECT AIR LEAKAGE
12. INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER CAP LH
a. Install the front shock absorber cap LH with the 3 nuts.
Torque: 14 Nm (143 kgf-cm, 10 ft. lbs.)
13. INSTALL COWL TOP SILENCER PAD LH
14. ADJUST VEHICLE HEIGHT
15. ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
DISPOSAL
HINT: Dispose of the RH side following the same procedures as with the LH side.
1. DISPOSE OF PNEUMATIC FRONT LH W/SHOCK ABSORBER CYLINDER ASSY
a. Fully extend the shock absorber rod.
1. Using a drill, make a hole in the dimension as shown in the illustration to discharge the gas inside.
CAUTION:
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Be careful when drilling because shards of metal may fly about, so always use the proper safety safety equipment.
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The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
Shock Absorber ASSY Front LH