OEM 2010 Toyota Yaris Shock Absorber

2010 Toyota Yaris Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the rear shock absorber on 2010 Toyota Yaris?

  A: Begin the rear shock absorber installation process by setting up both the rear suspension support assembly together with the rear suspension support stopper. Support the axle beam with a jack that has a wooden block between it and the rear axle spring seat to avoid damage while you provisionally tighten the rear shock absorber. Relaxably secure the shock absorber at its lower side to the axle beam through screw and nut connection while lifting the beam with the support of a jack. Install the suspension support with cushion retainer before applying the specified torque of 15 to 18 mm (0.591 to 0.709 in.) to the new lower nut when holding the piston rod in place. After securing the piston rod grasp, install a new upper nut and achieve a torque quantity of 25 Nm (250 kgf-cm, 18 ft-lbf). The installation process for both rear shock absorber cap and rear absorber cap of the hatchback should follow next. The sedan fixed seat type needs installation of both the rear seatback assembly and the rear seat cushion cover pad sub-assembly. The rear wheel installation must be followed by torqueing it to 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf). The suspension reaches stability after you lower the vehicle from the jack and then create multiple vertical movements with it. The last step requires tightening the shock absorber bolt on the lower side until it reaches a torque of 49 Nm while inspecting the wheel's alignment state.