xB L4-1.5L (1NZ-FE) (2004)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH
REPLACEMENT
HINT: COMPONENTS: See Suspension; Diagrams; Exploded Views.
1. REMOVE REAR ABSORBER CAP
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
3. REMOVE SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH
a. Support rear axle beam with a jack.
b. While holding the piston rod, remove the 2 nuts.
c. Remove the washer and the upper suspension support.
d. Remove the nut, the washer and the shock absorber assembly rear LH.
e. Remove the spring bumper.
4. INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH
a. Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual sound during operation.
If there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber with a new one.
