Rear Suspension

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

Important: If you replace both of the lower control arms, remove and replace one arm at a time in order to prevent the rear axle from rolling or slipping sideways.

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle (1).
3. Remove the bolts and screws (5), the nuts (2) and the washers (4) from the rear axle.
4. Remove the bolts and screws (5), the nuts (2) and the washers (4) from the underbody pan.
5. Remove the lower control arm (3).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Position the lower control arm (3) to the rear axle (1) and the underbody pan

Important: Do not tighten the bolts and screws (5) and the nuts (2) unless the suspension is at the curb height position.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the bolts and screws (5), the nuts (2) and the washers (4) to the rear axle (1) from the inboard side out.

Tighten
^ Tighten the bolts and screws (5) to 108 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the nuts (2) to 82 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).

3. Remove the rear axle support.
4. Lower the vehicle.