Radius Arm: Service and Repair

RADIUS ROD

Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Set jack under rear lower link.
3. Remove fixing bolt and nut in axle side of radius rod.
4. Remove fixing bolt in rear suspension member side of radius rod with power tool, then remove radius rod from vehicle.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check radius rod and bushing for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace if necessary.

INSTALLATION
^ Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable 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.