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Rear Shock Absorber And Air Spring Assembly: Removal

NOTE: Only the air spring being removed needs to be depressurized.
NOTE: RH illustration shown, LH is similar.
  1. Using the Land Rover approved diagnostic system, depressurize the air suspension. See Air Suspension System Depressurize and Pressurize .
  2. Remove the loadspace floor panel.
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  3. Remove the jack and wheel brace.
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  4. Remove the spare wheel/tool compartment cover.
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  5. Lower the spare wheel and tire.
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  6. Remove the spare wheel.
    • Disconnect the spare wheel release strap and position aside.
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    7. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
  7. Raise and support the vehicle.
    8. CAUTION: Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
  8. Remove the Voss connector from the air line.
    • Remove and discard the collet and the union.
    • Disconnect the active damping wiring.
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  9. Remove the wheel and tire.
  10. Disconnect the shock absorber and air spring assembly from the lower arm.
    • Remove the nut and bolt.
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  11. Remove the three shock absorber and air spring retaining nuts.
    • Remove the shock absorber and air spring assembly.
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