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6. Tap gently and take out the shock absorber
from the lower end to disconnect from the rear
axle and remove the Shock absorber.
INSPECTION
Check the condition of shock absorber for any
leakage and damage, if required replace the same
with new one
.
CAUTION
Only use recommended shock absorber. Fitment
of non-genuine shock absorber may lead to the
coil spring coming out in dynamic condition
especially on rough roads and also during jacking.
REFITMENT
For refitment follow the reverse procedure of
removal. Apply the specified torque as per the
procedure given in
“Rear suspension links
tightening procedure”
.
VII. REAR COIL SPRING REMOVAL
NOTE
In 4X4 vehicle the spring colour will be black.
In 4X2 vehicle the spring colour will be grey.
1. Support the vehicle on two post lift and remove
the wheels from both ends.
2. Support the rear axle assembly from below.
3. Disconnect both the upper links from the rear
axle by removing the mounting bolts.
4. Remove the pan hard rod.
(For procedure refer
Pan hard rod removal process)
5. Disconnect the lower end of shock absorber
from the rear axle bracket. Follow the same
procedure at other end also.
6. Lift the vehicle carefully and take out the coil
spring along with the spring seat
(Auxiliary
spring rubber).
INSPECTION
Check the condition of spring seat for any
damage, cut if necessary replace with new one.
REFITMENT
NOTE
While replacing coil spring ensure that the
colour coding on both the spring are same.
The coil spring coding marks on the spring is
located at two coil turns from the top.
1. Place the coil spring along with the spring seat
at the top on to the rear axle.
NOTE
Auxiliary spring rubber is itself act as a top cup for
spring.
2. Lower the two post lift till the spring along with
the rubber seat is placed properly on the
chassis.
NOTE
If the spring does not get compressed to the
required length add some weight in the rear
loading area (boot).
3. Install the lower end of the shock absorber on
to the rear axle bracket and lock the same by
applying the specified torque.
NOTE
For tightening torque refer tightening torque table.
4. Connect all the links which are removed earlier
from the rear axle.
5. Apply the specified torque as per the
procedure given in
“Rear suspension links
tightening procedure”
.
NOTE
Shock absorber should be full tightened in vehicle
ECIE condition.(2 persons in front seat, two
persons in rear middle seat)




