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Front Lower Link

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Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove tire with power tool.
2. Set jack under rear lower link.
3. Remove front lower link protector.
4. Remove shock absorber assembly from vehicle. Refer to Removal and Installation.
5. Remove fixing nut and bolt between front lower link and axle with power tool.
6. Remove fixing nut and bolt between front lower link and rear suspension member with power tool.
7. Remove front lower link from vehicle.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check front lower link and bushing for any deformation, crack, or damage. Replace if necessary.

INSTALLATION
^ Refer to Components for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Refer to component parts location and do not reuse nonreusable parts.

^ Perform final tightening of rear suspension member and axle installation position (rubber bushing) under unladen conditions with tires on level ground. Check wheel alignment.

After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor.