Suspension System
Rear Trailing Arm Repair Procedures
In this manual: Suspension System
8steps
~48min
2/5difficulty
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Replacement
- 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.
- Remove the cotter pin and castle nut, then disconnect the rear trailing arm (A) from the rear axle.
Tightening torque: 78.5 - 88 N·m
- Loosen the bolt and nut, and remove the rear assist arm (A) from the subframe.
Tightening torque: 107.9 - 118 N·m
- Installation is the reverse of removal.
Inspection
- Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
- Inspect the rear lower arm for deformation.
- Check the coil spring and spring seat for wear and deformation.
- Check that all bolts and nuts are present.
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