Rear Lower Arm Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1
   Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
2. 2
   Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from the rear hub.

   Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 108 N·m

   

   Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire.

3. 3
   Disconnect the rear stabilizer link and height sensor (B) from the rear lower arm by loosening the nut (A). Tightening torque: Height sensor: 3.9 ~ 5.9 N·m Stabilizer link: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

   

   

4. 4
   Loosen the mounting bolt and nut (A, B) and remove the rear lower arm. Tightening torque: (A) 107.9 ~ 118 N·m (B) 137.2 ~ 157 N·m (14.0 ~ 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3 ~ 115.7 ft-lbf)

   

5. 5
   Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
6. 6
   Check alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels – Wheel Alignment)

Inspection

1. 1
   Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
2. 2
   Inspect the rear lower arm for deformation.
3. 3
   Inspect all bolts.
4. 4
   Inspect the coil spring pad for wear and deformation.