Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1583

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly
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cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before operations, remove the ABS
wheel-speed sensor (axle side), and move the sensor away from the harnesses.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1 Parking brake cable
2 Caliper
3 Rear lateral link (upper) inner bolt
4 Stabilizer control link upper nut
5 Rear shock absorber lower bolt
6 Rear shock absorber bracket
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