Procedures and torque specs for replacing the Rear Shocks

Tiny
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  • 2011 SCION XB
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Vehicle listed above is an XB. I plan to purchase KYB or OEM Toyota shocks. I have heard that sometimes the rubber bushings are not included. I know that this will be a pretty straight forward replacement, but I was hoping for the factory procedures and specs along with any experience that relates to the rubber bushings on replacement shocks. I have always replaced bushings with new shocks. Any experience with this? Thanks
Saturday, December 25th, 2021 AT 12:29 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Even if those bushing can be re-used, I would recommend you replace them. Personally, I do not like to install any old bushings. And since you will have everything apart anyways, it will be best to have new components.

I have attached the replacement procedure for the rear shock as well as the torque specifications below.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-shock-absorber
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Saturday, December 25th, 2021 AT 7:23 PM
Tiny
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I agree new rubber bushings are the best way to go. I was just asking since it appears many folks on the internet say that shocks do not come with new bushings. I plan to go to the dealer to price a new pair of rears. KYB can be had for about $65.00 on Amazon, but I would pay a little more to have OEM Toyota parts. Thanks for the procedures and diagrams. It is exactly what I need. The exploded view diagram helps a lot. I will let you know how it turns out.
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Sunday, December 26th, 2021 AT 11:25 AM
Tiny
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Sounds good.
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Sunday, December 26th, 2021 AT 6:23 PM
Tiny
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I went to the dealer, and they quoted $67.00 for each OEM rear strut. According to the parts clerk the OEM parts come with all the bushings necessary as depicted in the exploded view diagram. Part # was 48530-80420. They are not in stock, so I have to order them.
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Tuesday, December 28th, 2021 AT 6:13 PM
Tiny
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That is a very good deal for OEM units. Let me know how it all turns out.
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Wednesday, December 29th, 2021 AT 9:27 AM

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