With RPO FE1 and FE3

Support Replacement (FE1, FE3)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tires and the wheels.
3. Remove the exhaust system.
4. Remove the coil springs.
5. Remove the brake calipers and support.
6. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector from each wheel.





7. Disconnect the ABS electrical connectors from the support assembly.
8. Disconnect the electronic level control link (FE1) or links (FE3).
9. Support the rear suspension support assembly with a transmission jack and securely support.





10. Remove the 3 bolts per side, securing the support brackets to the body of the vehicle.





11. Remove the front two and the rear two bolts securing the support assembly to the body.
12. Lower the transmission jack and remove the support assembly.
13. Transfer all necessary parts from the old support to the new.

Installation Procedure





1. Raise the support assembly with the transmission jack in position.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the 2 rear and the 2 front bolts at the mounts.
^ Tighten the front support assembly bolts to 191 Nm (141 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the rear support assembly bolts to 191 Nm (141 ft. lbs.).





Important: Loose the assemble brackets to prevent spinning when securing the front support assembly bolts.

3. Install the brackets at the forward support assembly mounts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 86 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).





4. Connect the electronic level control air tube to the electronic level control compressor.
5. Connect the electronic level control electrical connector and vent tube.
6. Connect the electrical connectors to the support assembly (FE3).
7. Connect the electronic level control link (FE1) or links (FE3) to the control arms.
8. Install the brake calipers.
9. Install the springs.
10. Install the exhaust system.
11. Install the tires and the wheels.
^ Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).