Rear Suspension Assembly (Colt, Colt 200 & Summit): Removal

Remove trunk side trim on hatchback models Colt, Colt 200 and Summit. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. On models equipped with disc brakes, remove caliper and disc assembly. See Figure.
On all models, remove cotter pin, lock cap, lock nut, washer and outer bearing (if equipped). Remove hub assembly or brake drum assembly (if equipped). Remove dust cover (if equipped).
Disconnect and remove rear speed sensor (if equipped). Disconnect parking brake cable from rear brake assembly, and torsion axle and arm. Remove brake assemblies. Disconnect brake hose. Remove brake hose bracket from torsion axle and arm assembly.
Remove air tube, "O" ring, dust cover, actuator and adapter (if equipped). Use vinyl tape to cover open lines and fittings. Do not bend air tube.
On models with standard suspension, remove dust cover from top of shock assembly. See Figure. On all models, raise torsion axle and arm assembly slightly with a jack. Remove upper and lower shock absorber mounting nuts. Remove shock absorber. Disconnect lateral rod from body. Remove trailing arm bolts. Lower jack and remove rear suspension assembly from vehicle.