Rear Strut Rod Installation

Install the rear strut rod (rear side), bolt and nut, and temporarily tighten the bolt.

NOTICE:

When temporarily tightening the bolt, keep the nut from rotating.

Support the rear axle carrier.

Connect the rear strut rod (inner side) with the bolt and nut.

NOTICE:

When temporarily tightening the bolt, keep the nut from rotating.

Jack up the rear axle carrier, placing a wooden block to avoid damage. Apply load to the suspension so that the installed bolt of the rear suspension No. 1 arm (inner side of vehicle) is horizontally aligned with the center of the rear axle hub.

Fully tighten the bolt.

Torque:

113 N*m{1,152 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf}

Fully tighten the bolt.

Torque:

113 N*m{1,152 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf}

Install the parking brake No. 3 cable assembly with the bolt.

Torque:

6.0 N*m{61 kgf*cm, 53 in.*lbf}