Removal and Installation: Spring: Installation

Visual check.

Fig 1: Checking Spring Lower Seat
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NOTE: Make sure that the spring is correctly located in both spring seats.

Fig 2: Installing Spring Lower Arm
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Finger tight only at this stage.

Fig 3: Locating Suspension Bushing Fastener
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General Equipment : Vehicle/Axle Stands

Fig 4: Supporting Rear Suspension Using Vehicle/Axle Stands
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NOTE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

Fig 5: Locating Suspension Bushing Fastener

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Torque : 115 Nm

Fig 6: Locating Lower Arm Fasteners

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Torque : 48 Nm
Refer to: WHEELS & TIRES .
Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment ( REAR TOE ADJUSTMENT ).