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It would help if you'd mentioned the manufacturer/model/year of the vehicle. Since it's posted in the Solara section (along with Ford and Buick) I'll take a shot. I'll also assume you're talking about the Gen II Solara (2004 and beyond). If any of these assumptions is wrong ask your question again or (better) purchase a service manual for your car.
To 'Locate the top of rear strut" you can simply remove the rear wheel and take a look. To "access" the top of the rear strut for removal on the Solara is a little more comlicated.
1. Remove rear seat
2. Remove package tray (if it's a coupe and not convertible)
You can now get to the top strut mounting bolts. After that all the usual cautions and procedures apply. Lift car, support with jack stands, support rear axle, remove rear wheels, remove items attached to strut and (carefully) support them out of the way. Disconnect stabilizer bar link. Now the three upper strut bolts can be removed and the axle (carefully) lowered.
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