General description
InspectionInspection
DIFFERENTIALS > Rear Differential (VA-type)INSPECTIONWash all the disassembled parts clean, and examine them for wear, damage or other defects. Repair or replace the defective parts as necessary.1. Hypoid driven gear and drive pinion• If there is evidently an abnormal tooth contact, find ou ...
Removal
EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM > Side GarnishREMOVAL1. Remove the clips and detach the side garnish assembly.(1)Garnish ASSY - fender(2)Garnish ASSY - rear quarter(3)Garnish ASSY - side sill2. Remove the garnish assembly or protector on the fender panel.CAUTION:Do not reuse the garnish assembly and prote ...
Disassembly
REAR SUSPENSION > Rear Shock AbsorberDISASSEMBLY1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring.2. Using a hexagon wrench to prevent the shock absorber piston rod from turning, remove the self-locking nut with ST.CAUTION:When installing the coil spring compressor to the coil spring, f ...