OEM Toyota MR2 Spyder Shock Absorber

Toyota MR2 Spyder Shock Absorber Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Strut, Rear Passenger Side
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  Q: How to service and repair the Shock Absorber on Toyota MR2 Spyder?

  A: The service and repair process for suspension struts starts with disassembling of coil springs using Special Service Tool 09727-30021 (09727-00010, 09727-00021, 09727-00031) which requires compression but prohibits the use of impact wrenches to protect the tool. Put the suspension support into a vise before taking out the nut and collar as well as suspension support and coil spring and spring bumper. The shock absorber rod needs compression before inspection to detect abnormal resistance or unusual sounds during extension which would require replacement with a new shock absorber. You should extend the shock absorber rod completely before drilling a hole into the cylinder for gas discharge while taking precautions to stop flying debris and learning that the gas lacks both color and odor and presents no poisonous properties. Reassemble the part by retaining the compressed coil spring using Special Service Tool: 09727-30021 (09727-00010, 09727-00021, 09727-00031) before inserting it into the shock absorber until its lower end reaches the spring lower seat gap. Place the spring bumper before positioning the suspension support with the piston rod notch directly into the suspension support hole. Secure the suspension support inside a vise after aligning it with the shock absorber lower bracket and temporarily fasten the new center nut and collar before tightening the bolt to 73 Nm (745 kgf-cm, 54 ft. lbs.). The end of the service tool known as 09727-30021 (09727-00010, 09727-00021, 09727-00031) should be removed while verifying the spring bracket direction.