Rear Suspension

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies.
3. Remove the ELC height sensor link from the control arm (2).
4. Remove the two bolts. Move the ELC height sensor for clearance when removing the stabilizer shaft (4).
5. Remove the following from the control arm (2)
^ The stabilizer shaft link assembly bolt (7)
^ The nut (13)
^ The retainers (8, 11)
^ The sleeve (10)
^ The insulators (9, 12)
6. Remover the clamp bolt (6). Bend the open end of the clamp (5) upward.
7. Remove the stabilizer shaft (4) and the insulator (3).





INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the stabilizer shaft (4) and the insulator (3).
2. Install the insulator (3) into the clamp (5) with the slit forward.
3. Bend the link downward to close around the insulator. Center the stabilizer shaft (4).
4. Install the clamp bolt (6).
5. Install the link assembly insulators (9, 12), the sleeve (10), and the retainers (8, 11).

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.

6. Install the support bolt (7) and the nut (13).

Tighten the link assembly bolt (7) to 13 Nm (115 inch lbs.).
Tighten the clamp bolt (6) to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).

7. Install the ELC height sensor.
8. Install the two bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).

9. Install the height sensor link to the control arm (2).
10. Install the tire and the wheel assemblies.
11. Lower the vehicle.