Rear shock absorber

Components and Component Location

Components

Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1

   Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

2. 2

   Remove the rear wheel and tire.

   (Refer to Tires/Wheels — "Wheel")

3. 3

   Remove the rear shock absorber (A) after loosening the bolts.

   Tightening torque:

   Bolt (B): 49.0 – 64 N·m

   Bolt (C): 137.3 – 157 N·m lb·ft)

   

   

Installation

1. 1

   Install in the reverse order of removal.

2. 2

   Check the alignment.

   (See Suspension System - Alignment)

Disassembly

1. 1

   Remove the lock nut cover (A).

   

2. 2

   Using the special service tool (09546-S1100), install the self-locking nut.

   

3. 3

   Separate the bracket assembly (A), rubber bumper (B), dust cover (C), and shock absorber (D).

   

Inspection

1. 1

   Inspect the rubber components for damage or wear.

2. 2

   Check the shock absorber for abnormal resistance or unusual noise.

   

Disposal

1. 1

   Fully extend the shock absorber piston rod.

2. 2

   Drill a hole to release the gas from the cylinder.

   

Installation

1. 1

   To reinstall, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.

2. 2

   Using SST (09546-S1100), install the lock nut.

   Tightening torque: 19.6–24 N·m

   

3. 3

   Install the lock nut cover (A).