Rear Shock Absorber Removal

Suspension & Axle. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35
Suspension. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

  2. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH

Rear Shock Absorber -- Removal


HINT:
  1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
  2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.


1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL


2. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.Suspension.Suspension System.Rear Shock Absorber Removal

  1. Support the No. 2 suspension arm LH with a jack.

    NOTICE:
    Place a wooden or rubber block between the jack and arm.


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

  1. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the shock absorber with the bracket.



    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

  1. Remove the nut and bolt from the shock absorber upper side.

    HINT:
    While fixing the nut in place, loosen and remove the bolt.

  1. Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.

  1. Remove the nut and bolt from the bracket.

    HINT:
    While fixing the nut in place, loosen and remove the bolt.