Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation: Notes

Remove the wheel and tire. (See WHEEL AND TIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal. (See Suspension Link Installation Note .)

Perform the headlight auto leveling system initial setting. (With auto leveling sensor) (See HEADLIGHT AUTO LEVELING SYSTEM INITIALIZATION .)

Fig 1: Rear Shock Absorber Components With Torque Specification

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1	Rear shock absorber upper nut (See Rear Shock Absorber Upper Nut Installation Note .)
2	Rear shock absorber lower nut
3	Washer
4	Stud bolt
5	Rear shock absorber (See Rear Shock Absorber Installation Note (With Gasket) .)