Howto replace the rear strut of a Toyota Carina E
Removing and replacing
The damper is now disconnected from the chassis. It is quite easy to remove the axle from the damper and put it onto an inprovised support. The strut can now be removed completely.
The difference between the old and new (used) strut is clearly visible. Acctually, only the spring is still okay, and even that can be questioned. The rubbers have deterioriated completely. If you can live with a used strut then I wouldn't recommend wasting time and money in buying a new damper and new rubbers. I bought the strut at C.A.R toyota-parts in Nijkerkerveen, The Netherlands, and I'm very satisfied with the quality.
Mounting the new strut is exactly the opposite from removal. Pay attention to mirror the bolts from the axle connecting the strut to benefit from it next time (what next time?). Grease the bolts and use vaseline to prevent rust and the rear suspension is again fit for some time!
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