Rear Suspension Front Lower Link

FRONT LOWER LINK

RSU-15 Exploded View:

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL
1. Remove tire with power tool.
2. Set suitable jack under axle assembly to relieve the coil spring tension.
3. Remove shock absorber mounting bolts (lower side).
4. Remove front lower link mounting bolts and nuts (rear suspension member side) with power tool.
5. Remove front lower link mounting bolts and nuts (axle housing side) with power tool, and remove front lower link.

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
^ Perform final tightening of rear suspension member and axle installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions with tires on level ground.

Inspection

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check front lower link and bushing for any deformation, cracks, or damage. Replace it if necessary.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "Inspection". Rear Suspension Assembly
2. Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-8, "ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING ANGLE SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION: Special Repair Requirement". Testing and Inspection