Trailing Arm: Service and Repair

Trailing Arm Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the rear trailing arm mounting nut (2) and bolt (1) from the knuckle.
2. Support the front of the rear suspension support.

Important: Lower the rear suspension support enough to gain access to the front trailing arm mounting bole and nut.


3. Remove the front mounting bolts for the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Frame Replacement (Service and Repair) .




4. Remove the front mounting nut (2) and bolt (1) for the trailing arm.




5. Remove the rear trailing arm (1) in the following manner:

1. Lower the trailing arm from the knuckle.
2. Move the trailing arm toward the rear of the vehicle.
3. Remove the trailing arm from the mounting bracket.




Installation Procedure





1. Install the trailing arm in the following manner:

1. Position the trailing arm in the mounting bracket.
2. Position trailing arm on the knuckle.

2. Install the trailing arm bolt (1).





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

3. Install the front trailing arm nut (2).

Tighten the front trailing arm nut (2) to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).

4. Install the front mounting bolts for the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Frame Replacement (Service and Repair) .




5. Install the rear trailing arm nut (2) and bolt (1).

Tighten the trailing arm bolt (1) to 170 N.m (125 lb ft).

6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
7. Remove the support from the vehicle.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Check the alignment of the rear suspension. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications (Specifications) .