Rear Suspension

Rear Sub Frame

REMOVAL
1. Separate the front exhaust pipe and rear exhaust pipe.
2. Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
3. Remove the propeller shaft.
4. Remove the spare tire hoist.
5. Remove the rear parking brake cable from the parking brake assembly.
6. Detach the brake hose, and remove the rear brake caliper from the vehicle.





7. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor connector.





8. Remove the bolts on the bottom side of the shock absorber.





9. Support the sub frame using a jack.
10. Remove the front sub frame.





11. Remove the rear sub frame support.





12. Remove the rear sub frame.

INSTALLATION

NOTE:
^ Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.
^ Always tighten the stabilizer bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.

1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque: Refer to COMPONENT for the tightening torque. 2) Bleed air from brake system.
3. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

INSPECTION
Check the removed parts for wear, damage and crack, and repair or replace them if faulty.