Rear Coil Spring Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1
   Remove the rear wheel and tire.

   Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 108 N·m

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

2. 2
   Support the rear lower arm (A) with a jack as shown in the illustration.

   Be sure to install the jack securely due to spring tension.

   

3. 3
   Loosen the nut and remove the rear stabilizer link (B) from the rear lower arm (A).

   Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

   [4WD]

   

   [2WD]

   

4. 4
   Loosen the bolt and nut, and remove the rear lower arm (A) from the rear axle.

   Tightening torque: 137.3 - 157 N·m N·m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3 - 115.7 ft-lbf)

   

5. 5
   Remove the spring (A), upper pad (B) and lower pad (C).

   

6. 6
   Installation is the reverse of removal.
7. 7
   Check the rear wheel alignment. (Refer to Rear Suspension System - Wheel Alignment)

Inspection

1. 1
   Check the spring for deformation, aging, or damage.
2. 2
   Check the upper and lower spring seats for wear or damage.