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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1255682  Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the rear wheels.
  3. Remove the upper arm nut-to-rear knuckle.

  4. Object Number: 1255683  Size: SH
  5. Remove the nuts upper arm-to-body.
  6. Remove the upper arm.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1255682  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper arm with nuts-to-body.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the upper arm nuts-to-body to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

  3. Install the upper arm nut-to-rear knuckle.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the upper arm nut-to-rear knuckle to 110 N·m (81 lb ft).