Warning. Shock absorbers and rear suspension springs must be replaced simultaneously on both sides of the vehicle.
Remove suspension strut assembly.
On vehicles with adjustable rear suspension, remove the suspension stiffness motor and its bracket.
Compress the suspension spring using a special tool until the upper support is completely unloaded.
Loosen the damper rod nut.
Gradually release the suspension spring and remove the suspension strut parts in the sequence shown in the figure.
Assemble the suspension strut in the reverse order of disassembly, installing the parts in their original places, then install the telescopic strut in place.