Suspension System

Rear Axle with Torsion Beam

16steps
~101min
5/5difficulty
1special tools
04080120160200127.594N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Component Location

Components

[Disc Type]

1. Torsion Beam
2. Brake Disc
3. Brake Caliper

[Drum Type]

1. Torsion Beam 2. Drum Brake

Repair Procedures

Replacement

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the battery. G 1.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Electrical System — "Battery") G 1.2 MPI (Refer to Engine Electrical System — "Battery")
  3. Disconnect the brake fluid level sensor connector.
  4. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
  5. Remove the wheel tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  6. Remove the rear shock absorber cover.
  7. Remove the rear shock absorber cover.
  8. Remove the rear shock absorber nut using the special service tool (09546-3X100).

    Tightening Torque: 21.6–31 N·m

  9. Unscrew the bolt and remove the rear shock absorber.

    Tightening torque: 98.0–118 N·m

  10. Remove the rear caliper. (Refer to Brake System - "Rear Disc Brake") (Refer to Brake System - "Rear Drum Brake")
  11. Remove the rear hub assembly. (Refer to Driveshaft and Axle - "Rear Hub - Carrier")
  12. Remove the brake tube bracket bolt.
  13. Loosen the nut (A) and clamp (B) on the rear torsion beam axle.
  14. Loosen the rear torsion beam axle nut and remove the torsion beam axle.

    Tightening torque: 98.0–118 N·m

  15. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  16. After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to Brake System — "Brake System")

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