2026-08-20

Damper Coil - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3115020102 FRT 0.42 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-08-19: Clarified that the bolt that secures the damper to the rear lower aft link is torqued when the vehicle is at ride height.
Equipment:
  • 1457016-00-A KIT, SPRING COMPRESSOR, GEDORE
  • 1137855-00-A TOOL, REAR RIDE HEIGHT TORQUE, MODEL 3
  • 1081765-00-A 3/4 TON UNDERHOIST STAND
  • 1459409-00-A ADAPTER, HUB JACK, MODEL 3

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Damper Coil - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x2) secure the LH strut to body at top mount
41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolt securing LH damper to rear lower aft link
115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the LH rear suspension cover. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Lower vehicle partially and set onto locks.
  4. Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
  5. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear damper to the body at the top mount.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  6. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear damper to the lower aft link.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  7. Remove the LH rear damper from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Place LH rear damper into position for installation.
  2. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear damper to the lower aft link hand-tight. This bolt is torqued in a later step.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  3. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear damper to the body at the top mount.
    41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  4. Remove bolt securing LH rear rotor to LH rear hub.
  5. Install hub jack adapter onto LH rear hub.
  6. Position and raise support stand to simulate LH rear suspension at ride height.
  7. Measure the distance between the bottom of the quarter panel and the center of the rear axle to make sure that the rear suspension is set to ride height. The distance should measure 428 mm..
  8. Torque the bolt that secures the LH rear damper assembly to LH rear lower aft link.
    115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
  9. Remove support stand from underneath LH rear suspension.
  10. Remove hub jack adapter from LH rear hub.
  11. Install bolt securing LH rear rotor to LH rear hub.
  12. Install the LH rear suspension cover. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  14. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.