Removal And Installation

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
CAUTION:
- When lifting a vehicle using a lift, be careful not to damage the lower parts of the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, canister).
(Refer to General Information - "LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ")
Loosen the rear wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")
Remove the rear brake caliper.
(Refer to Brake System - "REAR BRAKE CALIPER ")
Remove the rear brake disc (A) after loosening the screws.
Tightening torque:

4.9 - 5.8 N.m (0.5 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 - 4.3 lb-ft)

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By hammering on a chisel, unlock the driveshaft lock hub nut caulking.

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NOTE:

If there is screw thread (A) on the end of the nut, unlock the caulking by using a chisel and then loosen the nut to prevent damaging driveshaft screw thread.

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Loosen the caulking nut (A).

Tightening torque:

294.2 - 313.8 N.m (30.0 - 32.0 kgf.m, 217.0 - 231.5 lb-ft)

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NOTE:

The driveshaft lock nut must be replaced with new one.

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When replacing the drive lock hub nut, use only the nut with screw thread (A) on the end.

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Tighten the driveshaft lock hub nut to the specified tightening torque, and caulk by using a chisel and hammer.

If there are two key seats, perform on all two seats.

Caulking depth (A): 1.5 mm (0.0591 in)

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Loosen the wheel speed sensor bracket mounting bolt (A).

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Remove the rear wheel speed sensor (A) after loosening the mounting bolt.
Tightening torque:

8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb-ft)

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Separate the stabilizer link from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).
Tightening torque:

34.3 - 49.0 N.m (3.5 - 5.0 kgf.m, 25.3 - 36.2 lb-ft)

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Separate the rear upper arm front from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).
Tightening torque:

156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)

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Separate the rear upper arm rear from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).
Tightening torque:

156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)

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Separate the rear assist arm rear from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).
Tightening torque:

156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)

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Separate the rear lower arm rear from the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolt and nut (A).
Tightening torque:

156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)

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Remove the rear drive shaft (A) from the rear carrier.
NOTE:
- When removing the drive shaft, use a plastic hammer in order to avoid shock applied to the axle.
- When removing the drive shaft, do not forcibly pull or excessively bend the axle to separate.
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Remove the rear carrier after loosening the mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:

88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb-ft)

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To install, reverse the removal procedures.
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "ALIGNMENT ")