Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 1588

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FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
1. Remove the front shock absorber and coil spring. (See FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL
SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
3. Assemble in the reverse order of disassemble.
Fig. 6: View Of Front Shock Absorber Components & Torque Specifications
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PISTON ROD NUT DISASSEMBLY NOTE
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Mazda CX-9
Removing/installing the piston rod nut is dangerous. The shock
absorber and spring could fly off under tremendous pressure and
cause serious injury or death. Secure the shock absorber in the
SSTs before removing the piston rod nut.