Suspension System

Rear Upper Arm Repair Procedures

7steps
~42min
2/5difficulty
04080120160200107.980N·mlb·ft
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Replacement

  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.
  2. Loosen the bolt and nut, and remove the rear upper arm (A) from the rear axle. Tightening torque: 2WD 107.9 ~ 118 N·m 4WD 98.1 ~ 118 N·m [2WD]
    [4WD]
  3. Loosen the bolt and nut, and remove the rear upper arm (A) from the subframe. Tightening torque: 2WD 137.3 ~ 157 N·m (14.0 ~ 16.0 kgf·m, 101.3 ~ 115.7 lbf·ft) 4WD 98.1 ~ 118 N·m [2WD]
    [4WD]
  4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Inspection

  1. Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
  2. Check the rear upper arm for damage and deformation.
  3. Check that all bolts and nuts are present.

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