Tools Required

J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Scribe the strut to the knuckle.
4. Disconnect the rear wheel spindle rods from the knuckle.
5. Remove the brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.
6. Remove the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement in Disc Brakes.
7. Remove the rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement in Disc Brakes.
8. Disconnect the ABS electrical connector. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Jumper Harness Replacement in Antilock Brakes.
9. Remove the rear wheel hub. Refer to Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement in this section.
10. Disconnect the rear wheel spindle rods from the knuckle. Refer to Spindle Rod Replacement .
11. Disconnect the trailing arm (1) from the knuckle. Refer to Trailing Arm Replacement .
12. Remove the rear suspension strut nuts.
13. Remove the rear suspension strut to knuckle bolts.
14. Remove the rear suspension knuckle.

1. Install the rear suspension knuckle.
2. Hand start the rear suspension strut to knuckle bolts. Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
3. Connect the rear wheel spindle rods to the knuckle. Refer to Spindle Rod Replacement .
4. Connect the rear suspension trailing arm (1) to the knuckle. Refer to Trailing Arm Replacement .
5. Install the rear wheel hub. Refer to Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement in this section.
6. Connect the ABS electrical connector. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Jumper Harness Replacement in Antilock Brakes.
7. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement in Disc Brakes
8. Install the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement in Disc Brakes.
9. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.

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.

10. Now tighten the strut to knuckle bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 112 N·m (82 lb ft).

11. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement in Wheel Alignment.