Tools Required

J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the ABS electrical harness.
3. Remove the trailing arm-to knuckle-nut (7), bolt (12), and washer (10).
4. Remove the trailing arm-to-body nut and bolt.
5. Remove the trailing arm (9).

1. Install the trailing arm (9) to the underbody.
2. Install the trailing arm to the body nut and bolt. Do NOT tighten.
3. Install the trailing arm to the knuckle nut (7), the bolt (12), and the washer (10).

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.

4. Use the J 36660-A in order to tighten the knuckle nut.

Tighten
Tighten the rear suspension strut-to-knuckle nuts to 112 N·m (82 lb ft).

5. Use the J 36660-A in order to tighten the body nut.

Tighten
Tighten the body nut to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).

6. Reinstall the ABS electrical harness, if removed.
7. Lower the vehicle.