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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Rear Strut & Knuckle
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  1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.
  2. Hand start the strut to knuckle bolts (2) and nuts (1). Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Trailing Arm & Knuckle
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  3. Connect the rear suspension trailing arm (2) to the knuckle (3). Refer to Trailing Arm Replacement .
    4. Fig 3: View Of Rear Strut & Knuckle
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  4. Connect the rear wheel spindle rods to the knuckle. Refer to Spindle Rod Replacement .
  5. Install the bearing/hub assembly. Refer to Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts (2) and nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten bolts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Inspect the rear wheel alignment, adjust if necessary. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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