Rear Suspension

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Raise and suitably support vehicle.
2. Tire and wheel.
3. Tailpipe.
4. Brake lines from rear suspension support. Refer to Brakes and Traction Control.
5. Parking brake cables from suspension support.
6. Stabilizer Shaft from support.

Important: Support the rear suspension support with jack stands before removing the mounting bolts.

7. Lateral links, front and rear from knuckle.
8. Lateral links, front and rear from rear suspension support.
9. Rear suspension support mounting bolts.
10. Rear suspension support.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for the application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener tightening specification and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Position rear suspension support.
2. Lateral links, front and rear from rear suspension support.
^ Tighten lateral links, front and rear, to rear suspension support 120 Nm (89 ft lb).
3. Rear suspension support mounting bolts.
^ Tighten suspension support mounting bolts to 120 Nm (89 ft lb).
4. Lateral links, front and rear to knuckle.
^ Tighten lateral links front and rear bolts to knuckle 120 Nm (89 ft lb).
5. Brake lines to rear suspension support. Refer to Brakes and Traction Control.
6. Park brake cables and tensioner.
7. Stabilizer shaft brackets to support.
8. Stabilizer shaft bracket bolts to support.

Important: Insert bolts. Loosely assemble at this time.

9. Stabilizer shaft link to knuckle.
^ Tighten:
- Stabilizer link to knuckle to 69 Nm (51 ft lb).
- Stabilizer shaft brackets to suspension support to 53 Nm (39 ft lb).
10. Exhaust pipe.
11. Tire and wheel.
12. Lower vehicle.
^ Measure rear wheel alignment.