For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
- Raise and support the rear axle at the designed D-height. Refer to Trim Height Specifications .
- If equipped with air suspension, depressurize the air suspension system. Refer to Air Suspension Depressurization .
- If equipped with air suspension, disconnect the air suspension leveling sensor link from the rear axle upper control arm.
- Remove the rear axle upper control arm to axle mounting bolt and nut.
- Remove the rear axle upper control arm to frame mounting bolt.
- Remove the rear axle upper control arm.
Installation Procedure
- Install the rear axle upper control arm.
- Install the rear axle upper control arm to frame mounting bolt.
- Install the rear axle upper control arm to axle mounting nut and bolt.
- If equipped with air suspension, connect the air suspension leveling sensor link to the rear axle upper control arm.
- Remove the rear axle support.
- Install the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the rear axle upper control arm mounting bolts to 131 N·m (97 lb ft).
