Warning!
Shock absorbers must be replaced in pairs, even if one is defective.
Do not remove both shock absorbers at the same time with the vehicle suspended, as excessive lowering of the rear suspension beam will damage the brake pipes and hoses.
To do the job, you will need a car stand and a jack. We work with an assistant.
Removing
1. We prepare the car for work and hang the rear of the car on stands (see «Preparing the car for maintenance and repair»).
2. Remove the wheel (see «Wheel - replacement»).
3. We install a jack under the lever and jack it up a little.
4. Using the TORX E20 key, unscrew the upper shock absorber mounting bolt.
5. Using the TORX E20 key, we unscrew the bolt of the lower shock absorber mounting.
6. Remove the shock absorber from the car.
7. We examine the removed shock absorber. If there are traces of fluid leakage or the mounting bushings are badly worn, we replace the shock absorber.
8. Fully extending and sinking the shock absorber rod, we check its performance. If dips, jerks or extraneous sounds are heard when moving the rod, replace the shock absorber.
9. Install the shock absorber in reverse order.
10. Similarly, we replace the second shock absorber.
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