Rear Suspension Assembly: Installation

1. If trailing arm bushing needs replacing, remove bushing using Bushing Press (MB991045 for Colt, Colt 200, Diamante, Mirage, Stealth, Summit and 3000GT; MB991159 for Eclipse FWD and Galant FWD). Remove lateral rod bushing using Driver (MB990947-01) and Adapters (MB990847-01 and MB990845-01).
2. Press in new arm bushing from beveled side of housing. Ensure slots in bushing face front-to-rear. Press in new lateral rod bushing using driver. Ensure bushing protrudes equally on both sides.
3. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Bleed brakes, and check wheel bearings. See WHEEL BEARING under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION. Tighten all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (FWD) table at end of article. Check wheel alignment.

To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure reference marks align when installing drive shaft. Tighten all suspension fasteners to specification with vehicle on ground and suspension unloaded. See appropriate TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article. Check wheel alignment.

1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Check upper and lower spring seats for proper installation. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (FWD) table at end of article.
2. Tighten suspension arm nuts and shock absorber bolts to specification with vehicle at normal operating height and no load. Check wheel bearings (if required). See WHEEL BEARING under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION. Bleed and adjust brakes. Check wheel alignment.