Rear Lower Arm

Replacement

1. Remove the rear wheel & tire.

Tightening torque:
88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb-ft)





CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel & tire.

2. Loosen the nut and then remove the rear stabilizer link (B) with the rear lower arm (A).

Tightening torque:
98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)




3. Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (A) with the rear axle.

Tightening torque:
137.3 - 156.9 N.m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf.m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb-ft)




4. Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (B) with the sub frame (A).

Tightening torque:
107.9 - 117.7 N.m (11.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 86.8 lb-ft)




5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
6. Check the alignment.

Inspection

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the rear lower arm for deformation.
3. Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration and deformation.
4. Check for all bolts and nut.