Rear Upper Arm Repair Procedures

Replacement

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
   Loosen the bolt and nut and remove the rear upper arm (A) from the rear axle.

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

   

3. 3
   Loosen the bolt and nut and remove the rear upper arm (A) from the subframe.

   Tightening torque: 156.9 ~ 176 N·m (16.0 ~ 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 ~ 130.2 ft-lbf)

   

4. 4
   Installation is the reverse of removal.

   Install the rear upper arm so that the letter "R" faces the rear of the vehicle.

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.