For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement.
- Support the forward end of the rear suspension support assembly with a jack stand.
- Remove the brackets from the body at the support assembly forward mounts.
- Remove the two bolts securing the front of the support assembly to the body of the vehicle.
- Lower the front end of the support assembly enough for the forward mount (1) removal.
- Bend the tabs (1) on the inboard mount (2) and tap the mount downward and out of the support assembly.
Installation Procedure
- Tap the mount into the support assembly, ensuring that the flat is outboard (2) and the notch (1) is rearward upon installation.
- Bend the tabs outboard with a large pair of channel lock pliers.
- Raise the support assembly to the body of the vehicle.
- Install the two bolts securing the front of the support assembly to the vehicle body.
- Install the brackets to the body at the support assembly forward mounts.
- Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement.
- Lower the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 181 N·m (133 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 86 N·m (63 lb ft).
