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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 731580  Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Raise and support the rear axle at the designed D - height. Refer to Trim Height Specifications in Suspension General Diagnosis.
  3. Remove the rear axle lower control arm to the axle mounting nut and bolt.

  4. Object Number: 731582  Size: SH
  5. Remove the rear axle lower control arm to the frame mounting nut and bolt.
  6. Remove the lower control arm.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 731582  Size: SH
  1. Install the lower control arm.
  2. Install the rear axle lower control arm to the frame. Hand tighten only.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 731580  Size: SH
  4. Install the rear axle lower control arm to the axle.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten both bolts to 100 N·m (74 lb ft).

  6. Remove the rear axle support.
  7. Lower the vehicle.