Suspension: Service and Repair

REPLACEMENT OF REAR SUSPENSION

CAUTION: Before removing the rear suspension assembly, disconnect the ABS wheel sensor from the assembly. Then move it away from the rear suspension assembly. Failure to do so may result in the sensor wires being damaged and the sensor becoming inoperative.





1. Remove exhaust tube.
2. Disconnect propeller shaft rear end.
3. Disconnect hand brake wire front end.





4. Remove brake caliper assembly. Brake line need not be disconnected from brake caliper. Be careful not to depress brake pedal, or piston will pop out. Do not pull or twist brake hose.
5. Remove rear parcel shelf.





6. Remove upper end nuts of shock absorber.

CAUTION: Do not remove piston rod lock nut.

7. Remove suspension member fixing nuts. Then draw out rear axle and rear suspension assembly.
8. Reverse procedure to install.