Lower Suspension Arms & Strut Rod: Installation
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Install (but DO NOT tighten) No. 2 lower suspension arm-to-axle carrier bolts, No. 1 and 2 adjusting cam nuts and strut rod-to-axle carrier bolt. Always install NEW nut on No. 1 lower suspension arm at axle carrier.
- Install wheels. Tighten wheel lug nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article. Lower vehicle. Bounce vehicle up and down to stabilize suspension.
- Tighten No. 2 lower suspension arm-to-axle carrier bolt, No. 1 and 2 adjusting cam nuts and strut rod-to-axle carrier bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.NOTE: Ensure reference marks are aligned on adjusting cams before tightening nuts to specification.
- Ensure all nuts and bolts are tightened to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Check rear wheel alignment. See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT Section.