RA-58 REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION — Rear Suspension (Coil Spring and Shock Absorber) (c) Remove the suspension support nut. (d) Remove the suspension support, coil spring and bumper. 7. INSPECT OPERATION OF SHOCK ABSORBER (a) While pushing the piston rod, check that the pull throughout the stroke is even, and that there is no abnormal resistance or noise. (b) Push the piston rod in fully and release it. Check that it return at a constant speed. 8. DISCARD SHOCK ABSORBER Before discarding the shock absorber, drill a hole 2 — 3 mm (0.079 — 0.118 in.) in diameter at the location shown in the figure to release the gas inside. HINT: • When drilling, chips may fly out, so work carefully. • The gas is colorless, odorless, and non-poisonous. REPLACEMENT OF REAR SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHING REPLACE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHING (a) Using SST, press out the rear shock absorber bushing. SST 09710-22020 (09710-01020, 09710-01060, 09710-01070) (b) Using SST, press in a new rear shock absorber bushing. SST 09710-22020 (09710-01020, 09710-01030, 09710-01040, 09710-01050)