Prius L4-1.5L (1NZ-FXE) (Hybrid) (2003)
NOTICE: Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage the SST.
b. Using a 6 mm hexagon wrench to hold the piston rod, rig move the nut.
c. Remove the support plate, cushion, spring bracket, upper insulator, suspension support, spring bumper and coil spring.
INSPECTION
INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER
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.
NOTICE: When disposing of the shock absorber, see DISPOSAL.
DISPOSAL
1. FULLY EXTEND SHOCK ABSORBER ROD
2. DRILL HOLE TO DISCHARGE GAS FROM CYLINDER Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder as shown in the illustration to discharge the
gas inside.
CAUTION:
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When drilling, chips may fly out, work carefully.
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The gas is colorless, odorless and non-poisonous.
REASSEMBLY
1. INSTALL COIL SPRING
a. Using SST, compress the coil spring.
SST 09727-30021 (09727-00010, 09727-00021, 09727-00031)