Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If you removed the bushings, use a press in order to install the bushings.
- Use a jack and a block of wood in order to raise and support the rear axle.
- Install the 2 bolts (3) and the 2 nuts in order to retain the rear axle (1) to the body.
- Install the following components in order to retain the 2 shock absorbers to the rear axle:
- The 2 bolts
- The 2 retainers
- The 2 nuts
- Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (FWD) or Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (AWD) .
- Install the 2 backing plates. Refer to Drum Brake Backing Plate Replacement in Drum Brakes or to Disc Brake Backing Plate Replacement - Rear in Disc Brakes.
- Install the 4 bolts and the 2 clips in order to retain the following components to the rear axle:
- The brake pipes
- The brake hoses
- The park brake cables
- The wheel speed sensor wires, if equipped
- Remove the jack and lower the vehicle.
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding in Hydraulic Brakes.
- If the vehicle has ABS, perform the Diagnostic System Check - ABS in ABS.
- Bounce the rear of the vehicle in order to stabilize the suspension.
- Tighten the 2 nuts and the 2 bolts that retain the axle to the body.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts and the bolts to 85 N.m (62.7 lb ft).
- Tighten the 2 nuts and the 2 bolts that retain the shock absorbers to the axle.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts and the bolts to 80 N.m (59.0 lb ft).
- Measure the rear wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .
IMPORTANT:
Do not tighten the nuts or the bolts. The weight of the vehicle must be on the tire and wheel assemblies before tightening the nuts and the bolts.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
The weight of the vehicle must be on the tire and wheel assemblies.