OEM 2004 Scion xB Shock Absorber

2004 Scion xB Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH on 2004 Scion xB?

  A: The first step to replace the SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH is removing the rear absorber cap and the rear wheel. After raising the rear axle beam with a jack you should grasp the piston rod before loosening the 2 nuts before separating the washer and upper suspension support. The procedure continues with the removal of the nut along with washer followed by the shock absorber assembly rear LH before extracting the spring bumper. Check the shock absorber assembly's operational resistance and sound by pressing and releasing the rod; obtained faults may require replacing it with a fresh shock absorber. The installation procedure starts by placing the spring bumper first before adding the shock absorber followed by upper suspension support and washer onto the body structure. Adjust the piston rod length to between 15 to 18 mm (0.591 to 0.709 inch) past the lower nut then you can install and torque the upper and lower nuts to a torque value of 25 Nm (255 kgf-cm, 18 ft. lbs.). The shock absorber installation requires mounting it onto the rear axle beam with washer and nut then torquing to reach 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft. lbs.). Reattach the rear wheel by torquing it to 103 Nm (1,050 kfg-cm with subsequent testing of the wheel's alignment. The procedure fordisposing of SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REAR LH requires extending the shock absorber rod while drilling a hole in the cylinder to release its contained gas. Take proper safety precautions because metal fragments might become airborne during this process even though the discharged gas is non-toxic and odorless.