Rear Lower Arm 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.

2. 2
   Position a transmission jack (A) under the lower arm (B).

   

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

   Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

   

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

   When removing the bolt, remove the upper arm without load using a transmission jack.

   

5. 5
   Loosen the bolt and nut, and remove the rear lower arm (A) from the subframe.

   Tightening torque: 107.9~118 N·m

   When removing the bolt, remove the lower arm without load using a transmission jack.

   

Inspection

1. 1
   Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
2. 2
   Inspect the rear lower arm for deformation.
3. 3
   Check the coil spring and spring seat for wear and deformation.
4. 4
   Check that all bolts and nuts are present.