Suspension: Service Precautions

Wheels and Tires Removal/Installation
1. The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not mentioned in this section. When a wheel is removed, retighten it to 89 - 110 Nm (9 - 12 kgf.m, 66 - 86 ft. lbs.).

Suspension Links Removal/Installation
1. Tighten any part of the suspension that uses rubber bushings only after the vehicle has been lowered and unloaded.

Note: Unloaded ... Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified levels. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated positions.

Power Steering Components Removal/Installation
1. If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected anytime during the procedure, add ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron(R)III), bleed the fluid line, and inspect for leakage after the procedure has been completed.