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Rear Suspension - Lateral Link (Lower) Removal/Installation




REAR LATERAL LINK (LOWER) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Remove the rear auto leveling sensor. Rear Auto Leveling Sensor Removal/Installation

2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

4. Inspect the rear wheel alignment. Rear Wheel Alignment









Rear Lateral Link (Lower) Ball Joint Removal Note

1. Using the SST, disconnect the ball joint.






NOTE:
- When removing the rear lateral link (lower) ball joint, the rear knuckle bushing may also come off. If it comes off, replace the rear knuckle.

Dust Boot Installation Note

1. Wipe the grease off the ball joint stud.

2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.

3. Using the SST, install the dust boot to the ball joint.






4. Wipe off the excess grease.