Rear Trailing Arm: Removal

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HINT:

Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

REMOVE REAR WHEEL
DISCONNECT NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE REAR TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY LH
1. Remove the 3 bolts, nut and trailing arm from the axle carrier and suspension arm bracket.
  HINT:
  
  While fixing the nut in place, loosen and remove the bolt.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Rear Trailing Arm Assembly LH
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