Suspension System

Rear Coil Spring Repair Procedures

9steps
~54min
2/5difficulty
04080120160200107.880N·mlb·ft
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Replacement

  1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
  2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

    Tightening torque: 88.2 ~ 108 N·m

    • Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
  3. Loosen the bolt and remove the rear shock absorber (A) from the torsion beam axle.

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

  4. Disconnect the electric parking brake connector.
  5. Remove the bolt (A), then remove the clip (B) and the wheel speed sensor cable from the fixed bracket.
  6. Pull the torsion beam axle downward and remove the coil spring (A).
  7. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Inspection

  1. Check the coil spring for cracks and deformation.
  2. Check the coil spring insulator for damage and deformation.

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