Rear Suspension

Adjust Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the wheel speed sensor wiring harness from the adjuster link. Refer to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement).




4. Mark the relationship of the adjuster to the frame (1).




5. Remove the rear suspension adjuster link bolt (3), nut (1) and the washer (2).




6. Remove the rear suspension adjuster link bolt (1) at the knuckle.





Note: If the bushings are found to be excessively worn or are damaged, replace the adjustable link. The bushings are NOT serviced.

7. Remove the rear suspension adjuster link (1).

Installation Procedure




1. Position the rear suspension adjuster link (1) in the vehicle.




2. Install the rear suspension adjuster link bolt and align the reference marks (1).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the adjuster link bolt (1) in the knuckle and tighten to 140 Nm (103 lb ft).





Note: Ensure that the alignment marks DO NOT move when tighten the adjuster nut to specifications.

4. Install the adjuster washer (1) and the nut (2) and tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb ft).
5. Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness on the adjuster link. Refer to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement).
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check and adjust the rear wheel alignment, if needed. Refer to Rear Camber Adjustment (Rear Camber Adjustment).