GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Rear Suspension 🢒 Trailing Arm Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    2. Object Number: 175770 Size: SH
  2. Remove the trailing arm-to-knuckle bolt (2), washer (3) and bushing (4).

    3. Object Number: 175773 Size: SH
  3. Remove the trailing arm to body bolt (2).
  4. Remove the trailing arm (3) from the body (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 175770 Size: SH
  1. Install the trailing arm-to-knuckle bolt (2), washer (3), and bushing (4). Hand tighten the bolt.

    2. Object Number: 175773 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Connect the trailing arm (3) to the body (1) and install the bolt (2).

    3. Tighten

        • Tighten the trailing arm to body bolt to 65 N·m (48 lb ft) plus 120 degrees rotation.
        • Tighten the knuckle bolt to 69 N·m (51 lb ft).
  3. Lower the vehicle.