Sequoia LTD 4WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE) (2001)
2. DISCONNECT SHOCK ABSORBER FROM LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
a. Remove the shock absorber lower side set nut and washer.
NOTICE: Do not remove the bolt.
b. Pry down the lower suspension arm to remove the bolt and disconnect the shock absorber.
3. REMOVE SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING
Remove the 3 nuts and shock absorber with the coil spring.
DISASSEMBLY
REMOVE SUSPENSION SUPPORT AND COIL SPRING
a. Using a spring compressor, compress the coil spring.
NOTICE:
^
Use a spring compressor with which compressive force of 12,740 N (1,300 kgf, 2,860 ft. lbs.) or more can be applied.
^
Make sure that the suspension support is free from the coil spring.
^
Do not compress the coil spring more than necessary.
^
Do not make your position at the top side of the shock absorber.
b. Remove the suspension support center nut.
c. Remove the 2 retainers, cushion, suspension support and coil spring.
INSPECTION
INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER