Shock absorber assembly with spring (Freelander 2)

Removal

1. Remove the rear quarter trim panel. Refer to procedure: Rear Quarter Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).

2. Raise and support the vehicle.

WARNING: Ensure that the vehicle is supported securely.

3. Remove the wheel. Refer to the procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

CAUTION: Do not place any stress on the brake hose.

CAUTION: Discard nut.

6. Remove the bolt from the hub support and discard it.



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CAUTION: Ensure that no components are pinched/caught.

Installation

1. Install the shock absorber onto the hub assembly. Tightening torque: 110 Nm

CAUTION: Use new bolts.

2. Install the shock absorber assembly with the spring. Tightening torque: 32 Nm

3. Install the lower suspension arms.

CAUTION: Nuts and bolts should be tightened when the weight of the vehicle is supported by the suspension.

4. Install the brake line and wheel speed sensor brackets. Tightening torque: 10 Nm

5. Secure the stabilizer bar. Tightening torque: 60 Nm

WARNING: Use a new nut.

6. Fasten the brake caliper and backing plate to the hub support. Tightening torque: 110 Nm

Clean the mating surfaces from foreign material. Make sure that the brake hose is not twisted and is installed correctly.

7. Support the vehicle by placing a jack under the rear hub.

CAUTION: Nuts and bolts should be tightened when the weight of the vehicle is supported by the suspension.

8. Tighten the trailing arm nut and bolt. Tightening torque: 270 Nm

9. Tighten the front and rear lower arm nuts and bolts. Tightening torque: 175 Nm

10. Install the wheel. Refer to the procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

11. Install the rear quarter trim panel. Refer to procedure: Rear Quarter Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).