Rear Coil Spring Removal and Installation: Removal

Hoist vehicle and remove rear wheels.
Dismount rear differential (4WD model) referring to REAR DIFFERENTIAL DISMOUNTING AND REMOUNTING .
Remove rear fender lining (1) and then loosen rear axle bolt (2) a little.
CAUTION: The rear axle bolt is pre-coated with friction stabilizer. If the bolt is reused, it may work loose. Never reuse the rear axle bolt.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Fender Lining And Rear Axle Bolt
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Support both ends of rear axle (1) by using two floor jacks (2).

Fig 2: Supporting Both Ends Of Rear Axle By Using Two Floor Jacks
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Detach each lower end (2) of shock absorbers (1) (right and left) from rear axle.
NOTE: The rear shock absorber lower nut is pre-coated with friction stabilizer. If the nut is reused, it may work loose. Never reuse the rear shock absorber lower nut.
Lower rear axle gradually as far down as the coil spring can be removed.
CAUTION: Lowering the rear axle too much may cause damage to the flexible brake hose, wheel speed sensor lead wire and parking brake cable. Be sure to limit the distance that you lower the rear axle to the minimum distance necessary.
Remove coil spring (3).

Fig 3: Removing Coil Spring
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Remove spring upper seat (1) from vehicle body and lower seat (2) from rear axle.

Fig 4: Removing Spring Upper Seat From Vehicle Body And Lower Seat From Rear Axle
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