Torsion Bar: Service and Repair

Fig. 2:

REMOVAL
1. Loosen the tension on the torsion bars.





2. Remove the dust cover and the snap ring from the anchor arm.
3. Move the anchor arm rearward, then move the torsion bar rearward.
4. Remove the torque arm and the torsion bar.






INSTALLATION
1. Raise the lower control arm until the clearance between the compression bumper and the frame is:

CLEARANCE C
0 mm (0 in.)





2. Install the torsion bar spring noting left and right springs.





3. Adjust the anchor arm as shown above to the following dimension:

DIMENSION C
6 - 18 mm (0.24 - 0.71 in.)





4. Install the snap ring and the dust cover making sure the snap ring is properly installed on the anchor arm groove.

5. Refer to ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES to adjust the ride height.