Suspension: Service and Repair

1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheels.
2. Remove shock absorber trim cover from inside luggage compartment.
3. Remove exhaust muffler assembly.

Fig. 14 Rear Suspension Assembly Replacement:

4. Remove rear suspension assembly in numbered sequence as shown, Fig. 14, supporting crossmember with transmission jack, then remove crossmember mounting nut and rear suspension assembly.
5. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Install exhaust muffler.
b. Verify rear wheel alignment.
c. Verify parking brake operation.
d. Install shock absorber trim cover in luggage compartment.