Rear Upper 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
   Securely support the underside of the rear axle with a jack.
4. 4
   Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the rear upper arm front side (B) and rear upper arm rear side (A). Tightening torque: A: 88.3~108 N·m B: 117.7~137 N·m

   

   

   Remove the front rear upper arm, and then the rear upper arm.

5. 5
   Loosen the flange bolt and nuts, and then remove the rear upper rear arm (A).

   Tightening torque: 117.7 ~ 137 N·m

   

6. 6
   Loosen the flange bolt and nuts (A), and then remove the rear upper front arm.

   Tightening torque: 117.7 ~ 137 N·m

   

7. 7
   Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
8. 8
   Check alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels – Wheel Alignment)

Inspection

1. 1
   Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
2. 2
   Check the ball joint rotating torque.