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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 467966  Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the rear axle tie rod bolts (1,3), the nut, and the washers.
  3. Remove the rear axle tie rod (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 467966  Size: SH

    Important: DO NOT tighten the fasteners before lowering the vehicle. The weight of the vehicle must be on the tires and wheels before tightening the fasteners.

  1. Install the following components to the rear axle and to the vehicle body:
  2. • The rear axle tie rod (2)
    • The 2 washers
    • The 2 bolts (1,3)
    • The nut
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. With the weight of the vehicle on the tires and wheels, tighten the bolts (1,3).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 100 N·m (73.8 lb ft).