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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  3. Support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber.

  4. Object Number: 2027767  Size: SH
  5. Remove the upper shock absorber bolts (1).

  6. Object Number: 2027769  Size: SH
  7. Remove the lower shock absorber bolt (1).

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the shock absorber to the vehicle.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 2027767  Size: SH
  3. Install NEW upper shock absorber bolts (1) and tighten to  100 N·m (74 lb in).

  4. Object Number: 2027769  Size: SH
  5. Install NEW lower shock absorber bolt (1) and tighten to  150 N·m + 60 degrees  (111 lb ft + 60 degrees).
  6. Remove the jack stand.
  7. Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  8. Lower the vehicle.