How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber 2.0 4WD (SXA11) TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_)
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Replacement: shock absorbers – TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #6
Combination spanner #14
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Plastic trim tool
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: shock absorbers – TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
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    Remove the cover of the boot side lining. Use a plastic trim tool.
  2. Step 3
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    Clean the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  3. Step 4
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    Loosen the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #14 (2 pieces).
  4. Step 5
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 6
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  5. Step 7
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_). Professionals recommend:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 8
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_)
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 10
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    Clean the lower shock absorber fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 11
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 13
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    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  11. Step 14
    Replacing Shock Absorber on TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_) 1999 2.0 4WD (SXA11) by yourself
    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber.
  12. Step 15
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    Remove the elements of the shock absorber upper mount.
  13. Step 16
    Remove the support from under the rear knuckle.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: shock absorbers – TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_). Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
    Step 17
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    Remove the shock absorber. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 18
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 19
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and fasten it.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  16. Step 20
    Install the fastening bolt.
    Step 21
    How to change Shock Absorber on TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_) 1997 - free PDF and video manuals
    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_). Tip:
    For tightening the fasteners correctly, you have to jack up the suspension components to their working position.
  17. Step 22
    How to replace TOYOTA RAV 4   (SXA1_) 2.0 4WD (SXA11) 1998 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Tighten the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 37 Nm torque.
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