Suspension System: Removal & Installation Chrysler Crossfire I

INSTALLATION

1. Install the steering knuckle and nut (1) to the upper ball joint stud. Tighten to 45 N.m (33 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the steering knuckle and nut to the lower ball joint stud (1). Tighten to 105 N.m (77 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the tie rod end and nut onto the steering knuckle. Tighten to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS) and bolt. Tighten to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the disc brake dust shield and three hex bolts (1). Tighten to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the front wheel hub. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/HUB/BEARING - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S01169515432007031500000) .
7. Install the front disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S27356878222007031500000) .
8. Install the front disc brake caliper (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S32432972132007031500000) .
9. Install the front wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .
10. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - SPECIFICATIONS)»(ref-250622-S04170300212007031500000) .

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The bearing (2) used in the front hub (1) of this vehicle is a roller bearing unit type. This assembly combines the front wheel hub (1) and the front wheel bearing (2) into a two piece unit. The hub nut (3) holds the bearing (2) and the front hub (1) to the steering knuckle's spindle. The hub nut (3) has a locking bolt that locks the hub nut into position on the spindle. The bearing is protected from outside elements by a metal dust cap (4). The bearings (2) can only be replaced as a set. The bearings and the wheel hub can be replaced independently of one another.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove and inspect the front disc brake caliper (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S11364320952007031500000) . Inspect for any damage or wear.
4. Remove and inspect the front disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S29159189042007031500000) . Inspect for any damage or wear.
5. Remove the front wheel hub dust cap (4).
6. Loosen the hub nut bolt then remove the hub nut (3) and then remove the tapered roller bearing (2).
7. Remove the front wheel hub (1) from the spindle.

1. Pack the front wheel hub (1) with grease, coat the radial seal ring and also pack the space between the sealing lip and the tapered roller bearing (2) with grease. Install the front wheel hub (1) with the inner tapered roller bearing (2) and the radial seal ring onto spindle.
2. Install the hub nut (3) tight enough to hold the rotor (5) in place.
3. Install the front disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S27356878222007031500000) .
4. Install the front disc brake caliper (6). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S32432972132007031500000) .
5. Adjust the wheel bearing end play. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - ADJUSTING FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS»(ref-250622-S26842076842007031500000) .
6. Install the dust cap (4). CAUTION: Before driving the vehicle, operate the brake pedal several times until pressure in the brake system is built up and maintained.
7. Install the wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the front disc brake caliper (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S11364320952007031500000) .
4. Remove the front disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S29159189042007031500000) .
5. Remove the front dust shield by removing the three hex bolts (1).
6. Remove the front shock absorber bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SHOCK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S12605946392007031500000) .
7. Remove the front spring (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S06598416232007031500000) .
8. Remove the nuts (1 and 2) from the lower ball joint. CAUTION: Do not use pneumatic tools to tighten the bolt on the special tool.
9. Using Special Tool 9168 Ball Joint Puller (1) press out the outer ball joint stud from the steering knuckle. CAUTION: Do not use pneumatic tools to tighten the bolt on the special tool.
10. Using Special Tool 9168 Ball Joint Puller (2) press out and remove the upper ball joint stud from the lower control arm.

1. Clean the ball joint tapered bolt and the mounting hole of the steering knuckle.
2. Install the lower ball joint onto the steering knuckle and the lower control arm.
3. Install both nuts (1 and 2). Tighten to 105 N.m (77 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the front disc brake dust shield by installing and tightening the three hex bolts (1).
5. Install the front disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S27356878222007031500000) .
6. Install the front disc brake caliper (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S32432972132007031500000) .
7. Install the compressed front spring (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S13782075792007031500000) .
8. Install the front shock absorber bolt and nut (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SHOCK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S07967758702007031500000) .
9. Install the front wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the front spring. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S06598416232007031500000) .
4. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting nut and bolt (1).
5. Pull the shock absorber out of the mounting bracket.
6. Remove the sway bar from the lower control arm by removing the two nuts (1) then removing the clamp.
7. Remove the nut (2) attaching the lower control arm to the lower ball joint. CAUTION: Do not use pneumatic tools to tighten the bolt on the special tool.
8. Using Special Tool 9168 Ball Joint Puller (1) press out the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle. CAUTION: Support the lower control arm before removing mounting bolts.
9. Remove the two bolts (1) attaching the lower control arm to the frame.
10. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.

1. Install the lower control arm to the vehicle.
2. Install the two bolts (1) attaching the lower control arm to the frame. Tighten to 120 N.m (88 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the nut (2) attaching the lower control arm to the steering knuckle lower ball joint. Tighten to 45 N.m (33 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the sway bar clamp and bolts (1) to the lower control arm. Tighten to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the shock absorber bolt and nut (1) to the lower control arm. Tighten to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the front spring (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S13782075792007031500000) .
7. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .
8. Install the front wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .

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Note. If servicing the right upper control arm, remove the air cleaner housing to access the bolt and nut.

Note. To remove the upper control arm the shock absorber must remain installed.

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Wire tie the steering knuckle to the shock absorber (arrow). This is to hold the steering knuckle from falling away from the vehicle.
4. Remove the ball joint nut (3) from the upper control arm (2). CAUTION: Do not subject the brake hose or any wheel speed sensor harness to any tension. CAUTION: Do not use pneumatic tools to tighten the bolt on the tool.
5. Using Special Tool 9168 Ball Joint Puller, press the upper ball joint out of the steering knuckle.
6. Remove the upper control arm (2) from the body by removing the nut and bolt (1) from the inside of the engine compartment on the shock tower.

1. Install the upper control arm (2) and the bolt and nut (1) to the body. Tighten to 65 N.m (48 ft. lbs.) NOTE: Clean the ball joint tapered bolt and mounting hole of the steering knuckle.
2. Install the upper ball joint (3) to the steering knuckle. Tighten to 45 N.m (33 ft. lbs.)
3. Remove the wire tie attaching the steering knuckle to the shock absorber.
4. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .
5. Install the wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .

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Note. The vehicle must be standing on its wheels when removing the upper shock absorber mounting nut.

1. Remove the shock absorber upper mounting nut (1).
2. Remove the washer and rubber mounts.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the shock absorber nut and bolt (1) from the lower control arm. Then remove the shock from the vehicle by pulling it down and out of the vehicle.
5. Remove any mounting parts from the shock absorber.
6. Inspect all mounting parts for any damage or cracks.

1. Install the mounting hardware and bushings to the lower mount and the shock absorber upper mounting stud.
2. Install the shock absorber to the vehicle by inserting the top first and then aligning the lower control arm mounting bracket to the shock absorber.
3. Install the shock absorber lower bolt and nut (1) to the lower control arm. Tighten to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
4. Slowly lower the vehicle making sure to guide the upper shock stud through the mounting hole.
5. Install the rubber mount and washer over the shock absorber stud.
6. Install the shock absorber upper mounting nut (1). Tighten to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).
7. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

REMOVAL

1. With the vehicle resting on its wheels remove the upper shock absorber nut (1).
2. Remove the washer and rubber mount.
3. Raise and support the vehicle then remove the lower shock absorber bolt and nut (1). Remove the shock from the vehicle.
4. Support the lower control arm with a suitable supporting device. Raise the lower control arm up until it is almost level. WARNING: ONLY USE APPROVED CLAMPING DEVICES AND IF APPROPRIATE ALSO SCREEN OFF THE DANGER AREA. INSPECT SPECIAL TOOLS FOR DAMAGE AND FUNCTION. WEAR SAFETY GLOVES AND EYE PROTECTION. CAUTION: Risk of injury to hands and fingers from being trapped or crushed when working on preloaded springs or spring bodies.
5. Using Special Tool 9151 Spring Compressor and 9152 Clamping Plates (1), carefully compress the front spring.
6. Remove the nuts from the lower control arm mounting bolts.
7. Carefully remove the lower control arm mounting bolts from the body.
8. Lower the supporting device and swing the lower control arm down while holding the front spring. When enough clearance has been achieved from the lower control arm and the upper spring perch, remove the front spring from the vehicle.

1. Install the compressed front spring (1) with the rubber mount to the vehicle.
2. Swing the lower control arm up to its mounting position and install the bolts and nuts (1). NOTE: To avoid suspension preload, the vehicle must be at normal ride height before tightening lower control arm bolts to final specifications.
3. Install the supporting device to the lower control arm. Position the lower control arm so the distance between the spring and the upper and lower perches is snug making sure the spring is in its correct mounting position.
4. Slowly release the front spring making sure it is in its correct mounting position.
5. Lower and remove the supporting device so the lower control arm is in its down position.
6. Install the shock absorber lower bolt and nut (1) to the lower control arm. Tighten to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
7. Lower the vehicle while guiding the shock into the upper mounting surface.
8. Install the rubber mount and washer over the shock absorber stud.
9. Install the shock absorber upper mounting nut (1). Tighten to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).
10. Tighten the lower control arm to 120 N.m (88 ft. lbs.).
11. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Remove the stabilizer bar brackets (1) from the right and left lower control arms.
2. Remove the stabilizer bar bracket (4) from the retainer bracket.
3. Remove retainer bracket (4) and bracket mounting plate (if necessary).
4. Remove the stabilizer bar (6) from the vehicle.
5. Remove all rubber bushings (3 and 5) off of the stabilizer bar (6).

1. Install both right and left stabilizer bar bushings (3 and 5) onto the stabilizer bar (6). NOTE: The lower control arms (2) may need to be raised to accept the stabilizer bar bushing (2) to its mating surface.
2. Install the stabilizer bar (6) to the vehicle by loosely installing the bolts and nuts to all four brackets (1 and 4).
3. Align the stabilizer bar (6) so it is centered in the vehicle. NOTE: Due to the preload of the bracket, install the hexagon socket bolt first.
4. Tighten both stabilizer bar bolts to frame.
5. Tighten both stabilizer bar hexagon socket bolts to the retainer (4).
6. Tighten both right and left stabilizer bar bracket nuts to the lower control arm (2). Torque to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the stabilizer bar retainer and mounting plate (if removed).
8. Tighten the retainer bolt (4) to frame (if removed). Torque to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.).
9. Tighten the lower retainer nut to the fastening bracket (if removed). Torque to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
10. Tighten the upper retainer lever nut to the fastening bracket (if removed). Torque to 40 N.m (29 ft. lbs.).
11. Lower the vehicle and check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

1. Install the camber strut onto the vehicle.
2. Install the outer camber strut bolt attaching the camber strut to the wheel carrier.
3. Install the inner camber strut bolt attaching the camber strut to the rear axle carrier.
4. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
5. Lower the vehicle so it is not being supported by the lift.
6. Tighten the outer camber strut bolt attaching the camber strut to the wheel carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
7. Tighten the inner camber strut bolt attaching the camber strut to the rear axle carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
8. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the inner trailing link bolt (1) attaching the trailing link to the rear axle carrier.
4. Remove the outer trailing link bolt (2) attaching the trailing link to the wheel carrier. NOTE: Lightly tap the trailing link with a plastic headed hammer to loosen the rubber mounts from the mounting flanges.
5. Remove the trailing link from the vehicle.

1. Install the trailing link onto the vehicle. CAUTION: Vehicle must be at normal ride height before tightening components to specified torque.
2. Install the outer trailing link bolt (2) attaching the trailing link to the wheel carrier.
3. Install the inner trailing link bolt (1) attaching the trailing link to the rear axle carrier.
4. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
5. Lower the vehicle so it is not being supported by the lift.
6. Tighten the outer trailing link bolt attaching the trailing link to the wheel carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
7. Tighten the inner trailing link bolt attaching the trailing link to the rear axle carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
8. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the inner lateral link bolt attaching the lateral link to the rear axle carrier.
4. Remove the lateral link ball joint nut (2). CAUTION: Do not use pneumatic tools to tighten the bolt on the tool.
5. Using Special Tool 9168 Ball Joint Puller, remove the outer lateral link ball joint attaching the lateral link to the wheel carrier. NOTE: Lightly tap the lateral link with a plastic headed hammer to loosen the rubber mounts from the mounting flanges.
6. Remove the lateral link (1).

1. Install the lateral link onto the vehicle. CAUTION: The rear axle shaft must be horizontal when tightening the lateral link nuts.
2. Install the outer lateral link ball joint attaching the lateral link to the wheel carrier. CAUTION: The rear axle shaft must be horizontal when tightening the lateral link nuts.
3. Install the inner lateral link bolt attaching the lateral link to the rear axle carrier. CAUTION: Vehicle must be at normal ride height before tightening components to specified torque.
4. Tighten the outer lateral link ball joint attaching the lateral link to the wheel carrier to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
5. Tighten the inner lateral link bolt attaching the lateral link to the rear axle carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the inner track bar bolt attaching the track bar to the rear axle carrier.
4. Remove the outer track bar bolt attaching the track bar to the wheel carrier. NOTE: Lightly tap the track bar with a plastic headed hammer to loosen the rubber mounts from the mounting flanges.
5. Remove the track bar from the vehicle.

1. Install the track bar onto the vehicle. CAUTION: Vehicle must be at normal ride height before tightening components to specified torque.
2. Install the outer track bar bolt attaching the track bar to the wheel carrier.
3. Install the inner track bar bolt attaching the track bar to the rear axle carrier.
4. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
5. Lower the vehicle so it is not being supported by the lift.
6. Tighten the outer track bar bolt attaching the track bar to the wheel carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
7. Tighten the inner track bar bolt attaching the track bar to the rear axle carrier to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
8. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the rear lower control arm plastic shield by removing the bolts (1) attaching the cover to the lower control arm.
4. Remove the rear spring (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SPRING - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S35134453742007031500000) .
5. Remove the rear shock absorber (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S33394058812007031500000) .
6. Remove the rear stabilizer bar link (1) from the rear lower control arm.
7. Remove the bolt attaching the rear lower control arm to the rear wheel carrier.
8. Remove the rear lower control arm (4) from the vehicle.

1. Install the bolt attaching the rear lower control arm (4) to the rear wheel carrier. Tighten to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.)
2. Install the rear shock absorber (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S42729227052007031500000) .
3. Install the rear spring (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SPRING - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S32578159642007031500000) .
4. Install the rear lower control arm to the vehicle. Tighten to 70 N.m (52 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the rear stabilizer bar link (1) to the rear lower control arm. Tighten to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the rear lower control arm plastic shield bolt (1).
7. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
8. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the rear disc brake caliper bolts (1).
4. Remove the rear disc brake caliper. «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S11364320952007031500000) .
5. Remove the disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S29159189042007031500000) .
6. Remove the parking brake shoe assembly. «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/SHOES - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S25561408932007031500000) .
7. Remove the parking brake cable (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLES - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S40350336822007031500000) .
8. Remove the rear Wheel Speed Sensor bolt (1).
9. Remove the rear Wheel Speed Sensor (2) from the knuckle.
10. Remove the rear axle halfshaft nut (1) from the rear hub assembly.
11. Remove the rear disc brake dust shield by removing the hex bolts (1) from the rear hub assembly.
12. Remove the camber strut, nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TOE LINK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S16798171472007031500000) .
13. Remove the trailing link, nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRAILING LINK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S22470117932007031500000) .
14. Remove the lateral link, nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LATERAL LINK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S11995880722007031500000) .
15. Remove the track bar. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRACK BAR - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S18923075152007031500000) .
16. Remove the lower control arm. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LOWER CONTROL ARM - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S04771290152007031500000) .
17. Remove the knuckle (1) from the vehicle.
18. Inspect the bearing assembly (5) for any wear or damage, replace if necessary. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/HUB / BEARING - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S08200020832007031500000) .

1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.
2. Install the trailing link, nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TOE LINK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S18691739542007031500000) .
3. Install the trailing link nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRAILING LINK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S41547780712007031500000) .
4. Install the lateral link nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LATERAL LINK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S32320760472007031500000) .
5. Install the track bar nuts and bolts (1-2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRACK BAR - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S03066488812007031500000) .
6. Install the lower control arm. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LOWER CONTROL ARM - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S34272429312007031500000) .
7. Install the rear disc brake dust shield by installing the bolts (1) to the rear hub assembly. Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
8. Install the rear axle halfshaft to the rear hub assembly. NOTE: A new halfshaft outer retaining nut must be used.
9. Install the rear axle halfshaft outer retaining nut (1). Tighten the halfshaft nut to 220 N.m (164 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the rear Wheel Speed Sensor (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250639-S42345131162007031500000) .
11. Install the parking brake cable (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLES - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S06386120832007031500000) .
12. Install the parking brake shoe assembly (1-5). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/SHOES - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S40198535662007031500000) .
13. Install the disc brake rotor (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S27356878222007031500000) .
14. Install the rear disc brake caliper and bolts (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S32432972132007031500000) .
15. Install the wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .
16. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the rear axle halfshaft nut (1).
4. Remove the disc brake calipers and bolts (1).
5. Remove the rear disc brake rotor (1). NOTE: Do not use the wheel lug bolts to mount the special tool to the halfshaft flange. Use three 12x1.25x32 mm bolts.
6. Using the Special Tool 6790 Hub Puller, along with the C-637CF Slide Hammer, Remove the rear axle halfshaft flange.
7. Remove the rear knuckle assembly.
8. Remove the snap ring (4) from the rear knuckle assembly.
9. Using the Special Tool 9199 Hub Bearing Remover/Installer, remove the bearing (4) from the knuckle (2). NOTE: This step may not be necessary if the inner wheel bearing race remains in the wheel bearing after removing the axle halfshaft flange.
10. Using the Special Tool 1126 Splitter, press the inner wheel bearing race from the rear axle halfshaft flange.
11. Check the lateral and radial runout of the rear axle halfshaft flange. Replace rear axle halfshaft flange if test values are exceeded. Permissible lateral runout 0.0011 in. (0.03 mm). Permissible radial runout 0.0011 in. (0.03 mm).

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1. Using the Special Tool 9199 Hub Bearing Remover/Installer (1) install the bearing (2) by pulling it into the rear knuckle assembly until it touches the shoulder of the rear knuckle assembly. NOTE: Insure that the snap ring is correctly fitted in the rear wheel carrier.
2. Install the snap ring (4) into the rear knuckle assembly. NOTE: Verify the pressure plate lies flush against the bearings inner race during insertion.
3. Position the rear disc brake dust shield (1), and using the Special Tool 9199 Hub Bearing Remover/Installer, install the rear axle halfshaft flange (2).
4. Install the rear knuckle assembly.
5. Install wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove both wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Remove the right and left wheel speed sensors (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR - REMOVAL)»(ref-250639-S19946043722007031500000) .
4. Remove the rear brake hoses (1) from the rear brake calipers. «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/BRAKE LINES - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S23081989762007031500000) .
5. Remove the rear springs (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SPRING - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S35134453742007031500000) .
6. Remove the rear shocks (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S33394058812007031500000) .
7. Remove the rear parking brake cables (2) from the parking brake equalizer (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLES - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S40350336822007031500000) .
8. Remove the propeller shaft nuts (1) from the rear axle differential carrier.
9. Remove the propeller shaft «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - REMOVAL)»(ref-250628-S33680018822007031500000) .
10. Remove the rear stabilizer bar links (2) from the stabilizer bar (1).
11. Block and support the rear axle carrier (1) with a suitable lifting device (2).
12. Remove the two bolts (1) attaching the rear axle carrier to the front portion of the frame.
13. Remove the two bolts (2) attaching the rear axle carrier to the rear portion of the frame.
14. Lower the rear differential housing down approximately 4 - 5 inches allowing enough room for the stabilizer bar to be removed from the vehicle.
15. Remove the rear stabilizer bar clamps (3) by removing the nuts (1) from the studs and then removing the stabilizer bar (2).
16. Remove the rear stabilizer bar from the vehicle by maneuvering it over the axle carrier and away from the vehicle.

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1. Install the rear stabilizer bar into the vehicle.
2. Raise the rear differential housing and install the four bolts (1) attaching it to the vehicle. Tighten to 90 N.m (66 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the rear spring (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SPRING - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S32578159642007031500000) .
4. Install the rear shock (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S42729227052007031500000) .
5. Loosely install the rear stabilizer clamps (1-3).
6. Install the rear stabilizer bar links (2) to the rear control arm. Tighten to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
7. Tighten the rear stabilizer clamp nuts (1). Tighten to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the propeller shaft to the rear differential carrier. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250628-S03183799022007031500000) .
9. Install the rear parking brake cables (2) to the parking brake equalizer (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLES - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S06386120832007031500000) .
10. Install the rear brake hoses (1) to the rear brake calipers. «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/BRAKE LINES - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S05033016792007031500000) .
11. Install the rear wheel speed sensors (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250639-S42345131162007031500000) .
12. Install the wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .

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Note. The vehicle must be resting on its wheels before removing the top shock absorber mounting hardware.

1. Remove the shock absorber upper mounting hardware (1).
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the lower control arm plastic cover by removing the bolts (1) attaching the cover to the lower control arm.
4. Remove the shock absorber (1) from the lower control arm.
5. Inspect the shock absorber.

1. Install the shock absorber (1) onto the lower control arm then install the bolt and nut (2). Tighten to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the lower control arm plastic cover and bolt (1).
3. Slowly lower the vehicle while guiding the top of the shock into the mounting hole in the frame.
4. Install the top shock absorber mounting hardware (1). Tighten to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).

Scheme 69

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the control arm cover by removing the bolts (1) from the cover.
4. Remove the lower shock bolts (2) from the lower control arm.
5. Brace the rear suspension lower control arm with a suitable lifting device.
6. Raise the control arm until the halfshaft is horizontal.
7. Using Special Tool 9152 Compressor Plates and 9150 Spring Compressor (1) compress the rear spring.
8. Remove the rear bolts on the lower control arm (4) attaching the control arm to the frame.
9. Remove the lifting device.
10. Swing the lower control arm (2) down away from the mounting flange (1).
11. Carefully remove the spring from the vehicle.

1. Install the spring into the spring pocket.
2. Swing the lower control arm (2) up and install the bolt attaching the control arm to the frame (1).
3. Carefully release the spring (1) insuring the spring properly aligns with the spring perch detents.
4. Install the lower shock mount (1) to the lower control arm. Tighten to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the control arm cover and bolts (1).
6. Install the wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) .
7. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the rear support brackets (convertible only) by removing the bolts (2) then removing the rear support brackets (1).
4. Remove the left and right rear disc brake caliper bolts (1).
5. Remove the rear disc brake calipers. «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S11364320952007031500000) . CAUTION: Supporting the weight of the caliper by the flexible brake hose can damage the hose.
6. Using wire or cord, hang the calipers from the rear strut assembly. Support the caliper firmly to prevent the weight of the caliper from being supported by the brake hose.
7. Remove rear portion of the exhaust pipes including muffler. «(Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM/MUFFLER - REMOVAL)»(ref-250610-S21760774922007031500000) .
8. Remove the parking brake rear cables (2) from the parking brake cable equalizer (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLES - REMOVAL)»(ref-250638-S40350336822007031500000) .
9. Remove the right and left Wheel Speed Sensors (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR - REMOVAL)»(ref-250639-S19946043722007031500000) .
10. Remove the left and right rear axle halfshaft nuts (1).
11. Remove the rear axle halfshafts. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/HALF SHAFT - REMOVAL)»(ref-250628-S02096304272007031500000) .
12. Remove the rear springs (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SPRING - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S35134453742007031500000) .
13. Remove the rear shock absorbers (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S33394058812007031500000) . CAUTION: Do not disconnect any of the fuel lines from the fuel pump assembly.
14. Remove the fuel pump mounting bolts. «(Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL PUMP - REMOVAL)»(ref-250613-S09205678502007031500000) .
15. Using wire or cord, hang the fuel pump from the rear strut assembly. Support the fuel pump firmly to prevent the weight of the pump from being supported by the fuel line.
16. Remove the propeller shaft assembly from the rear axle differential carrier. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - REMOVAL)»(ref-250628-S33680018822007031500000) .
17. Remove the rear differential carrier. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/REAR AXLE/REAR CARRIER - REMOVAL)»(ref-250628-S40411744702007031500000) .
18. Remove the front two bolts (1) from the rear axle carrier attaching it to the frame.
19. Remove the rear two bolts (2) from the rear axle carrier attaching it to the frame.
20. Remove the rear axle carrier (1) from the vehicle by lowering it out of the vehicle with a suitable tool (2). NOTE: Only remove the following components from the rear axle carrier.
21. Remove the camber strut bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TOE LINK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S16798171472007031500000) .
22. Remove the trailing link bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRAILING LINK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S22470117932007031500000) .
23. Remove the lateral link bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LATERAL LINK - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S11995880722007031500000) .
24. Remove the track bar bolt (inner). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRACK BAR - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S18923075152007031500000) .
25. Remove the stabilizer bar link (2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/STABILIZER BAR - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S17468673342007031500000) .
26. Remove the lower control arm. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LOWER CONTROL ARM - REMOVAL)»(ref-250622-S04771290152007031500000) .

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1. Install the camber strut bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TOE LINK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S18691739542007031500000) .
2. Install the trailing link bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRAILING LINK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S41547780712007031500000) .
3. Install the lateral link bolt (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LATERAL LINK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S32320760472007031500000) .
4. Install the track bar bolt. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/TRACK BAR - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S03066488812007031500000) .
5. Install the stabilizer bar link (2). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/STABILIZER BAR - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S34680591892007031500000) .
6. Install the lower control arm. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/LOWER CONTROL ARM - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S34272429312007031500000) .
7. Install the rear axle carrier (1) by raising it up and installing the four bolts to the frame. Tighten to 90 N.m (66 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the rear axle differential carrier. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/REAR AXLE/REAR CARRIER - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250628-S10150524612007031500000) .
9. Install the propeller shaft assembly to the rear axle differential. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250628-S03183799022007031500000) .
10. Install the fuel pump assembly. «(Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL PUMP - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250613-S01382019612007031500000) .
11. Install the rear shock absorbers (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SHOCK - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S42729227052007031500000) .
12. Install the rear springs (1). «(Refer to SUSPENSION/REAR/SPRING - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250622-S32578159642007031500000) .
13. Install the rear axle halfshafts. «(Refer to DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/HALF SHAFT - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250628-S06411334652007031500000) .
14. Install the right and left Wheel Speed Sensors (2). «(Refer to BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250639-S42345131162007031500000) .
15. Install the parking brake rear cables (2) to the parking brake cable equalizer (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLES - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S06386120832007031500000) .
16. Install the rear portion of the exhaust system «(Refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM/MUFFLER - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250610-S21760150212007031500000) .
17. Install the rear disc brake calipers and bolts (1). «(Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250638-S32432972132007031500000) .
18. Install the wheel and tire assembly. «(Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250632-S16767057502007031500000) . NOTE: Final torque for the rear support bracket must be made at curb weight.
19. Install the rear support bracket (1) by, installing the support bracket then installing the bolts (2). Tighten to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.). «(Refer to FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME/BRACKET - INSTALLATION)»(ref-250611-S11501849032007031500000) .
20. Check vehicle alignment. «(Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE)»(ref-250622-S06448814382007031500000) .