Installation Procedure
- Install the stabilizer shaft assembly on to the support. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (GNC) .
- With the aid of an assistant, position the rear support onto the transmission jack and firmly secure the support to the jack with straps.
- Carefully lower the vehicle until contacts the frame assembly and is correctly positioned within the spray painted areas.
- Install the NEW support fastener and tighten to 90 N.m (66 lb ft).
- Tighten the support fastener an additional 120 degrees .
- Remove the transmission jack stand.
- Install the upper control arm inner fasteners. Refer to REAR AXLE UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (GNC) .
- Install the adjust links to the support. Refer to Adjust Link Replacement (GNC) .
- Install the lower control arms. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement (GNC) .
- Install the park brake cables to the rear support. Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement .
- Install the rear muffler assembly. Refer to EXHAUST MUFFLER REPLACEMENT (SINGLE) or EXHAUST MUFFLER REPLACEMENT (DUAL)
- Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (GNC) .
- Install the rear tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Realign the rear suspension. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
NOTE:
When transferring any suspension components, refer to each suspension component replacement procedure for the proper torque specifications.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .