Toyota Sequoia (2005). Manual - part 768

SA23S–03

F14523

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SUSPENSION AND AXLE

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER

SA–65

3061

DISASSEMBLY

REMOVE SUSPENSION SUPPORT AND COIL SPRING
(a)

Using a spring compressor, compress the coil spring.

NOTICE:

Use a spring compressor with which compressive
force of 12,740 N (1,300 kgf, 2,860 lbf) or more can be
applied.

Make sure that the suspension support is free from
the coil spring.

Do not compress the coil spring more than neces-
sary.

Do not place yourself over the top of the shock ab-
sorber.

(b)

Remove the suspension support center nut.

(c)

Remove the 2 retainers, cushion, suspension support
and coil spring.

SA180–04

SA0627

SA–66

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SUSPENSION AND AXLE

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER

3062

INSPECTION

INSPECT SHOCK ABSORBER
Compress and extend the shock absorber rod and check that
there is no abnormal resistance or unusual operation sounds.
If there is any abnormality, replace the shock absorber with a
new one.

SA23U–03

R13880

60 mm (2.36 in.)

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SUSPENSION AND AXLE

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER

SA–67

3063

DISPOSAL

1.

FULLY EXTEND SHOCK ABSORBER ROD

2.

DRILL HOLE TO DISCHARGE GAS FROM CYLINDER

Using a drill, make a hole in the cylinder as shown in the illustra-
tion to discharge the gas inside.
CAUTION:
The discharged gas is harmless, but be careful of chips
which may fly out when drilling.

SA23T–03

F14318

SST

F14319

SST

SA–68

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SUSPENSION AND AXLE

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER

3064

REPLACEMENT

1.

REMOVE BUSHING

Using SST and a press, remove the bushing.

SST

09710–30031 (09710–03161, 09710–03171)

2.

INSTALL NEW BUSHING

Using SST and a press, install a new bushing.

SST

09710–30031 (09710–03161, 09710–03171)

HINT:
Do not apply grease or oil to the bushing.