RX400h · Service Manual SUSPENSION & AXLE

REASSEMBLY

Removal / installation


1. INSTALL REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

  1. Install the rear spring bumper No.1 to the piston rod.

  1. C107468E01
    Install the rear coil spring insulator lower onto the rear shock absorber.

  1. C104393E01
    Using SST, compress the rear coil spring.
    SST
    09727-30021   (09727-00010, 09727-00021, 09727-00031)

    NOTICE:
    Do not use an impact wrench.

  1. C107469E01
    Install the rear coil spring to the rear shock absorber.

    NOTICE:
    The smaller diameter end must face upward.

    HINT:
    Fit the lower end of the rear coil spring into the gap of the lower seat.

  1. C111325E02
    Install the rear suspension support assembly with the identification mark facing the outer side of the vehicle.

    NOTICE:
    Check that the width across flat on the piston rod and the width across flat on the rear suspension support assembly are aligned.

  1. Install the rear shock absorber collar.

  1. Loosely tighten a new lock nut to the rear suspension piston rod.

  1. C107471E01
    Release the spring while adjusting the rear suspension support assembly to the position shown in the illustration, and remove the SST from the rear coil spring.

    NOTICE:
    Do not use an impact wrench.

    HINT:
    Ensure that the stud bolt is positioned 3.5° to the front of the vehicle as shown in the illustration. The deviation should be within +- 5°.

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