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Suspension: Service and Repair




GENERAL PROCEDURES (SUSPENSION)

Wheel And Tire Installation

1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to the following tightening torque.






Tightening torque
- 88-118 Nm {9.0-12.0 kgf-m, 65.0-87.0 ft-lbf}

Suspension Links Removal/Installation

1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten them completely with the specified torque.

Connector Disconnection

1. Perform the following works, before the connectors are disconnected.
a. Remove the engine cover. Service and Repair

b. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

c. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement