Installation
INSTALLATIONCAUTION:
^ Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.
^ Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.
1) Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
^ Visually check the lateral link assembly - rear for damage and deformation.
^ Visually check the bushing for abnormal cracks, fatigue or damage.
2) Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
Lateral link assembly - rear: 80 Nm (8.16 kgf-m, 59.0 ft-lb)
Rear strut assembly: 80 Nm (8.16 kgf-m, 59.0 ft-lb)
Stabilizer link assembly: 38 Nm (3.87 kgf-m, 28.0 ft-lb)
Sensor assembly - headlight beam leveler: 7.5 Nm (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
3) Install the rear wheels.
Tightening torque:
120 Nm (12.24 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)
4) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
^ Inspection: Front Suspension
5) Perform reinitialization of the auto headlight beam leveler system. (model with auto headlight beam leveler)