OEM 2000 Toyota Avalon Shock Absorber

2000 Toyota Avalon Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair a Shock Absorber in a Suspension Strut on 2000 Toyota Avalon?

  A: Placing the suspension strut under disassembly is the first step for repair and service operations. Mount the shock absorber into a vise by securing it with two nuts and one bolt positioned at the lower bracket. Afterwards compress the coil spring with Special Service Tool: 09727-30021 after confirming no impact wrench usage since it could harm the tool. The professional service order starts with removing the nut then proceeds through the collar and suspension support before removing the coil spring and lower insulator and spring bumper. The shock absorber should be inspected while compressing and extending the rod to detect abnormal resistance or unusual sounds; replace the shock absorber if any issues arise. The gas disposal process begins by extending the shock absorber rod completely before drilling a hole to release the gas while taking precautions because gas chips will exit the cylinder and the gas itself lacks odor and color yet remains harmless. Reassemble the shock absorber by putting on the lower insulator followed by the spring bumper to the piston rod then re-compress the coil spring via Special Service Tool: 09727-30021 before installing it onto the shock absorber with the lower end correctly situated within the lower insulator gap. Proceed by fastening the suspension support onto the piston rod and installing the collar while using a new nut followed by suspension support rotation until it reaches the correct position and then utilizing Special Service Tool: 09727-30021 to remove it before verifying the suspension support alignment.