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Coil Spring Replacement All Wheel Drive: Installation

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  1. Install the coil spring. Refer to Figure.
  2. Install the spring jounce bumper to the spring.
  3. Index and install the spring insulator to the spring (2). Refer to Figure.
  4. Index and install the spring assembly to the control arms (1).
  5. Use the utility stand in order to raise the lower control arm.
  6. Install the lower ball joint to the knuckle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE 
  7. Install the lower ball joint nut. Tighten the lower ball joint nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  8. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT .
  9. Install the speed sensor connector mounting bracket.
  10. Connect the speed sensor harness to the control arm.
  11. Connect the speed sensor harnesses.
  12. Connect the shock absorber to the lower control arm. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT ALL WHEEL DRIVE .
  13. Connect the height sensor link to the lower control arm as necessary.
  14. Install the brake caliper. Refer to REAR BRAKE CALIPER .
  15. Install the rear wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS .
  16. Inspect and adjust the rear camber and toe angles as necessary. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
  17. Lower the vehicle.