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RSU-30
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SHOCK ABSORBER
SHOCK ABSORBER
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532673
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly using power tool. Refer to WT-7, "Rotation".
2. Use CONSULT-II “EXHAUST SOLENOID” active test to release the air pressure from the rear load level-
ing air suspension system.
3. Remove the four clips and remove the rear fender protector, front.
4. Disconnect the rear load leveling air suspension hose from the
shock absorber.
• To disconnect the hose, push in on the lock ring using a suit-
able tool and pull the air hose out.
5. Remove the shock absorber upper and lower end bolts using
power tool.
6. Remove the shock absorber.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the rubber boot on the shock absorber.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten the shock absorber bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-21, "
Component".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Check the shock absorber for any air leaks or damage to the rubber boot.
• Check the shock absorber for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension.
• Check piston rod for cracks, deformation or other damage and replace if necessary.
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RSU-32
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SUSPENSION ARM
• Check the ball joint. Replace the suspension arm assembly if any
of the following conditions exist:
- Ball stud is worn.
- Joint is hard to swing.
- Play in axial direction is excessive.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-21, "
Component" .
• Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts for the links (rubber bushing) under unladen condition
(unladen condition means that the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification, and
the spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions) with the tires on level ground.
• Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-23, "
Wheel AlignmentInspection" . Swinging force “A” : Refer to RSU-43, "
Ball Joint" .
Turning force “B” : Refer to RSU-43, "
Ball Joint" .
Vertical end play “C” : Refer to RSU-43, "
Ball Joint" .
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RSU-34
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FRONT LOWER LINK
• Check the ball joint. Replace the front lower link if any of the follow-
ing conditions exist:
- Ball stud is worn.
- Joint is hard to swing.
- Play in axial direction is excessive.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-21, "
Component" .
• Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts for the links (rubber bushing) under unladen condition
(unladen condition means that the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification, and
the spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions) with the tires on level ground.
• Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-23, "
Wheel AlignmentInspection"
Swinging force “A” : Refer to RSU-43, "Ball Joint" .
Turning force “B” : Refer to RSU-43, "
Ball Joint".
Vertical end play “C” : Refer to RSU-43, "
Ball Joint" .
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RSU-36
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REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING
8. Remove the rear lower link adjusting bolt and nut from the rear
suspension member using power tool, then remove the rear
lower link.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check the coil spring and rubber seats for deformation, cracks, or other damage and replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-21, "
Component" .
• When installing the upper and lower rubber seats for the rear coil
springs, the arrow embossed on the rubber seats must point out
toward the wheel and tire assembly.
• After installing the rear lower link and coil spring, check the wheel
alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to RSU-23, "
Wheel Align-
mentInspection"
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
SRS-35
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532873
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a driver
air bag direct-connect harness connector is damaged, the spiral cable must be replaced.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the left and right side lids and bolts.
3. Lift the driver air bag module from the steering wheel.
4. Disconnect the horn connector and air bag harness, then remove the driver air bag module.
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-6, "
Direct-connect SRS
Component Connectors" .
CAUTION:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air
bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding
90°C (194°F).
1. Horn harness 2. Steering wheel hook 3. Inflator harness
4. Side lids RH/LH 5. Driver air bag module 6. Steering wheel
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