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REAR SUSPENSION 14 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)