Rear Suspension

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the rear suspension support assembly. Refer to Crossmember Replacement





2. Remove the Electronic Level Control (ELC) height sensor link on the left control arm.
3. Remove the stabilizer link bolt and the nut.
4. Disconnect the ABS electrical connector.
5. Remove the hub and the bearing, if necessary. Refer to Rear Wheel Hub and Bearing Replacement.





6. Remove the bolt and the nut securing the control arm to the rear suspension support assembly.
7. Remove the control arm.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the control arm to the rear suspension support assembly. Tighten the control arm nuts with the vehicle unsupported and resting on the wheels at the normal trim height.
2. Install the bolts and the nuts.
3. Install the hub bearing, if necessary. Refer to Rear Wheel Hub and Bearing Replacement.
4. Connect the ABS electrical connector.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.





5. Install the stabilizer link bolt and the nut.

Tighten the nut to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).

6. Install the ELC height sense, link on the left control arm.
7. Install the rear suspension support assembly. Refer to Support Replacement.
8. Lower the vehicle.

Tighten the control arm nuts to 106 Nm (78 ft. lbs.).