OEM 2001 Toyota Avalon Shock Absorber

2001 Toyota Avalon Shock Absorber Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Shock Absorber on 2001 Toyota Avalon?

  A: The coil spring disassembly process starts by fixing the shock absorber to a vise using 2 nuts and a bolt at its lower bracket. The Special Service Tool 09727-30021 should be used to compress the coil spring but impact wrenches should be avoided because damage to this tool is possible. The suspension service begins by removing the nut along with the collar and suspension support and coil spring and finally removing the lower insulator and spring bumper. To test the shock absorber you need to operate the rod in a compression and extension motion to detect unusual sounds or resistance; when issues appear you should replace it with a new shock absorber. The shock absorber rod needs to be maximally extended before drilling a hole into the cylinder while maintaining safety due to flying chips and the non-toxic, odorless and colorless gas properties. Special Service Tool: 09727-30021 allows correct coil spring compressing which is required to secure the spring bumper to the piston rod before installing the shock absorber device. The lower end needs to slot into the lower insulator gap at this time. Putting together the installation begins with attaching the suspension support to the piston rod while adding the collar and secure a new nut with temporary torque values. Check the suspension support direction according to the illustration and remove tool Special Service Tool: 09727-30021 before continuing with verification procedures.