Rear Suspension

Rear Axle Tie Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Support the rear axle at curb height.




3. Disconnect the park brake cable from the track bar.
4. Remove the rear axle tie rod retaining nuts.
5. Remove the rear axle tie rod retaining bolts.
6. Remove the rear axle tie rod from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the rear axle tie rod to the vehicle.
2. Install the rear axle tie rod retaining bolts.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

Note: Do not tighten the bolts unless the suspension is at the curb height position.

3. Install the rear axle tie rod retaining nuts.

Tighten the bolts to 140 Nm (103 lb ft).

4. Install the park brake cable to the track bar.
5. Remove the rear axle support.
6. Lower the vehicle.