Rear Suspension

Adjust Link Replacement

Tools Required

J 24319-B Steering Linkage Puller

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the nut from the adjustment link.




3. Use the J 24319-B to separate the adjustment link from the control arm.
4. Remove the exhaust. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (RPO L26/3.8L) ()Exhaust System Replacement (RPO LD8) (Service and Repair).
5. Remove the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Support Replacement (Service and Repair).




6. Remove the cam lock nut and the bolt.
7. Remove the adjustment link from the support assembly.


Installation Procedure




1. Install the adjustment link to the support assembly.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the cam lock nut, washer and bolt.

Tighten the cam lock nut to 91 N.m (67 lb ft).




3. Install the adjustment link to the control arm.
4. Install the adjustment link nut.

Tighten the nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) then tighten an additional 180 degrees.

5. Install the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Support Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Install the exhaust. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (RPO L26/3.8L) ()Exhaust System Replacement (RPO LD8) (Service and Repair).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check the rear toe adjustment. Refer to Rear Toe Adjustment (Service and Repair).