Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

1

Upper Rear Shock Absorber Nut

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
70 N·m (52 lb ft)

2

Upper Shock Absorber Bolt

3

Lower Rear Shock Absorber Bolt

Procedure

1. Position a jack stand under the lower control arm.
2. Raise or lower the jack stand to aid in the installation of the lower shock absorber bolt.

Tighten
100 N·m (74 lb ft) plus 60 degrees

4

Lower Shock Absorber Washer

5

Lower Shock Absorber Nut

6

Rear Shock Absorber