Suspension and Steering

Strut Disassembly

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Installation of the rear shock absorber and coil spring is performed in the same way as installation of the front shock absorber and coil spring. Refer to Strut/Shock Absorber Disassembly and Coil Spring Removal and Installation.

PROCEDURE

1. When assembling the rear strut, make sure the threaded stud (1) of the mount is level with the hole in the rubber mount (2) and opposite the bushing.

2. Затяните гайку крепления опоры на штоке амортизатора моментом 25 Нм

2. Tighten the mount nut on the shock absorber piston rod to the torque of 25 N·m.

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