Front Shock Absorber: Disassembly

2005 Toyota ECHO 2D Sedan, StandardSECTION Disassembly
  1. Install 2 nuts and a bolt to the bracket at the lower side of the shock absorber and secure it in a vise.
  2. Using SST, compress the coil spring.

    SST 09727-30021 (09727-00010,09727-00021, 09727-00031)

    NOTE: Do not use an impact wrench. It will damage the SST.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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