Diagnosis
Diagnosis Table
Refer to "Diagnosis Table" in Section 3.
Rear Shock Absorber Check
• Inspect for deformation or damage.
• Inspect bushings for wear or damage.
• Inspect for evidence of oil leakage.
Replace any defective part.
WARNING:
When handling rear shock absorber in which high-pres-
sure gas is sealed, make sure to observe the following
precautions.
• Don't disassemble it.
• Don't put it into the fire.
• Don't store it where it gets hot.
• Before disposing it, be sure to drill a hole in it where
shown by an arrow in the figure and let gas and oil out.
Lay it down sideways for this work.
• The gas itself is harmless but it may issue out of the
hole together with chips generated by the drill. There-
fore, be sure to wear goggle.
A : Drill hole with approximately 3 mm (0.12 in.) diameter.
Trailing Arm, Lateral Rod, Axle Housing and
Coil Spring Check
Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
Replace any defective part.
Trailing Arm and Lateral Rod Bush Check
Inspect for wear and breakage. If found defective, replace.
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-3