Avalon XL V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1997)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front
Disassembly
1. Remove coil spring
a. Install 2 nuts and a bolt to the bracket at the lower portion of the shock absorber and secure it in a vise.
b. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09727 - 30021, compress the coil spring.
CAUTION:
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When holding the shock absorber with the coil spring removed, do not hold it by the spring lower seat. Also, do not knock the spring lower
seat.
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Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage the SST.
NOTE:
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Use 2 of the same type of SST.
c. Using SST 09729 - 22031 to hold the suspension support, remove the nut.
d. Remove the following parts from the shock absorber:
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Suspension support
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Bearing
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Spring upper seat
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Upper insulator
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Coil spring
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Lower insulator and spring bumper
2. Inspect front shock absorber.
a. Compress and extend the shock absorber rod.
b. Check that there is no abnormal resistance or unusual operation sounds.