Transmission and Drivetrain: Service Precautions

GENERAL PROCEDURES (FRONT AND REAR AXLES)
Wheel And Tire Installation
1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a cries-cross pattern to the following tightening torque.
Tightening torque 88 - 118 Nm (9.0 - 12.0 kgf-cm, 65.0 - 87.0 ft. lbs.)

Connector Disconnection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors.

Suspension Links Removal/Installation
1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten them completely with the specified torque.