Rear Torsion Beam Axle Repair Procedures

Replacement

1. 1
   Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
2. 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. 3
   Loosen the guide pin bolt (B) and remove the rear caliper body (A).

   Tightening torque: 21.6 ~ 31 N·m

   

4. 4
   Remove the pads (B) from the caliper carrier (A).

   

5. 5
   Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts (B) and secure the brake caliper assembly (A) with wire.

   Tightening torque: 63.7 ~ 74 N·m

   

6. 6
   Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor connector (A).

   

7. 7
   Loosen the screws (B) and remove the brake disc (A).

   Tightening torque: 4.9 - 5.8 N·m

   

8. 8
   Loosen the bolts and remove the hub bearing (A).

   Tightening torque: 58.8 ~ 69 N·m

   

   

9. 9
   Remove the hub bearing using a rubber mallet.

   

10. 10
    Loosen the upper mounting bolt of the rear shock absorber (A).

    Tightening Torque: 49.0 ~ 64 N·m

    

11. 11
    Loosen the bolt and remove the rear shock absorber (A) from the torsion beam axle.

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

    

12. 12
    Remove the bolt (A), then remove the clip (B) and the wheel speed sensor cable from the fixed bracket.

    

13. 13
    Pull the torsion beam axle downward and remove the coil spring (A).

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

    

14. 14
    Loosen the mounting bolts (B) and remove the torsion beam axle (A) from the frame.

    Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

    

    

15. 15
    Installation is the reverse of removal.

    Use SST (09581-11000) when installing the brake caliper assembly.

Inspection

1. 1
   Check the hub for cracks and worn splines.
2. 2
   Check the rear axle beam for cracks.