For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Support the rear axle housing (1) by using a floor jack.
3. Remove the shock absorber nut (1).

Remove the lower mounting nut (8) and the lower mounting bolt (7).

5. Remove the following components:

• | The shock absorber (6)

• | The upper support (2)

• | The upper bushing (3)

• | The lower bushing (4)

• | The lower support (5)

### Installation Procedure

Important:

• | Use a new shock absorber nut (1) when installing the shock absorber.

• | DO NOT tighten the nuts and bolts completely. The weight of the vehicle must be on the wheels and tires before tightening the nuts and bolts.

1. Install the following components to the vehicle:

• | The shock absorber (4)

• | The upper support

• | The upper bushing (2)

• | The lower bushing (3)

• | The lower support

• | The shock absorber nut (1)

2. Secure the shock absorber to the lower bracket with the lower mounting bolt (2) and the lower mounting nut.
3. Remove the floor jack.
4. Lower the vehicle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

5. Tighten the nuts and the bolt with the weight of the vehicle on the wheels and tires.

Tighten

• | Tighten the shock absorber nut to 29 N·m (21.0 lb ft).

• | Tighten the lower nut and bolt (2) to 85 N·m (61.5 lb ft).