How to Service a Shock Absorber in a Suspension Strut on Toyota MR2 Spyder?

The suspension strut service process must start with removing the rear wheel while tightening it to 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft. lbs. torque). The stabilizer bar link requires nut removal followed by torque application to 44 Nm (449 kgf-cm, 32 ft. lbs.). When the ball joint spins with the nut then use a 5 mm hexagon wrench for securing the stud. The shock absorber flexible hose can be disconnected by using a 29 Nm torque to remove the bolt (296 kgf-cm, 21 ft.lbs.). The first step for the rear shock absorber requires applying 173 Nm (1,765 kgf-cm, 128 ft.lbs.) torque to the 2 nuts on the lower side without uninstalling the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. The shock absorber's upper-side appliance requires 3 nut removal to detach the suspension upper brace with 80 Nm torque capacity (816 kgf-cm, 59 ft. lbs.). You should start by removing the 2 lower-side washers 2 bolts and 2 nuts and apply engine oil to the thread of the nuts while reinstalling. To complete the process you must first take out the combination of shock absorber with coil spring together with the suspension support cover. Reinstall by doing the opposite of removal steps and verify the rear wheel alignment after completing the installation.

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Toyota MR2 Spyder Strut, Rear Driver Side
Part Number: 48540-19375
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- Other Name: Absorber Assembly, Shock; Suspension Strut, Rear Left; Shock Absorber; Absorber Assembly, Shock, Rear Driver Side
- Manufacturer Note: MARK 48540-17230
- Position: Rear Driver Side
- Replaces: 48540-19366, 48540-19365
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder | Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Toyota MR2 Spyder Strut, Rear Passenger Side
Part Number: 48530-80078
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- Other Name: Absorber Assembly, Shock; Suspension Strut, Rear Right; Shock Absorber; Absorber Assembly, Shock, Rear Passenger Side
- Manufacturer Note: MARK 48530-17230
- Position: Rear Passenger Side
- Replaces: 48530-80027, 48530-80060
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Toyota's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder | Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS

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One of the main components, which should be noted as it greatly benefited the improvement and enhancement of the Toyota MR2 Spyder is the Toyota MR2 Spyder Shock Absorber. Particularly important in the suspension system, the shock absorber's main function is to receive and cushion shock impulses in order to deliver a steady ride over diverse surfaces. The Toyota MR2 Spyder has twin tube and mono tube shocks for handling and comfortable ride as another aspect of vehicle dynamics. The twin-tube system is simple and can be improved by a gas pressure addition, and the mono-tube type is effective in cooling and performance and suitable for dynamic use. Other features for instance the Position Sensitive Damping (PSD) and the Acceleration Sensitive Damping (ASD) takes the shock absorber's sensitivity to the next level making the Toyota MR2 Spyder efficient and safe to drive. The products fit a wide range of MR2 Spyder models so that drivers may continue to keep their cars in good working condition irrespective of the trim or market in which the models were sold. The Toyota MR2 Spyder Shock Absorber is a great product that sets itself apart in the automotive market, through high sturdiness and quality that makes it a popular option among the performance oriented buyers. The Mr2 Spyder is one of the most reliable cars in the market, and that makes the Toyota MR2 Spyder be considered as one of the greatest car models by car enthusiasts.

Toyota MR2 Spyder Shock Absorber Parts and Q&A

Strut, Rear Passenger Side
48530-80078
Q: How to Service a Shock Absorber in a Suspension Strut on Toyota MR2 Spyder?
A:
The suspension strut service process must start with removing the rear wheel while tightening it to 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft. lbs. torque). The stabilizer bar link requires nut removal followed by torque application to 44 Nm (449 kgf-cm, 32 ft. lbs.). When the ball joint spins with the nut then use a 5 mm hexagon wrench for securing the stud. The shock absorber flexible hose can be disconnected by using a 29 Nm torque to remove the bolt (296 kgf-cm, 21 ft.lbs.). The first step for the rear shock absorber requires applying 173 Nm (1,765 kgf-cm, 128 ft.lbs.) torque to the 2 nuts on the lower side without uninstalling the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. The shock absorber's upper-side appliance requires 3 nut removal to detach the suspension upper brace with 80 Nm torque capacity (816 kgf-cm, 59 ft. lbs.). You should start by removing the 2 lower-side washers 2 bolts and 2 nuts and apply engine oil to the thread of the nuts while reinstalling. To complete the process you must first take out the combination of shock absorber with coil spring together with the suspension support cover. Reinstall by doing the opposite of removal steps and verify the rear wheel alignment after completing the installation.