Frame and Bumpers: Specifications Dodge Challenger III рестайлинг

SPECIFICATIONS

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1. Remove the front fascia from the vehicle. Refer to «FASCIA, FRONT, REMOVAL»(ref-489280-S09978539662012072600000) .
2. With the front fascia on a bench, remove the front air dam retainers.
3. Remove the front air dam from the fascia.

FASTENER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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1. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable (2).
2. Siphon power steering fluid from pump reservoir.
3. Raise and support the vehicle
4. Remove the left and right front wheels (1). Refer to «REMOVAL»(ref-489281-S10337445172012072600000) .
5. Remove outer tie rod (2) end nut (1) at each knuckle (3).
6. Using Ball Joint Remover (special tool #9360, Remover, Ball Joint) (2), separate outer tie rod (1) from each knuckle.
7. On each side of vehicle, remove nut (5) fastening stabilizer link (3) to stabilizer bar (4). Slide link ball joint stem (1) from bar.
8. Back off nut (3) from bolt (1) attaching shock clevis bracket (2) to lower control arm (7) until it is flush with end of bolt.
9. Using a brass drift punch, tap the bolt out of the clevis bracket until bolt serrations clear bracket.
10. Remove nut (3) and bolt (1) for clevis bracket and control arm.
11. Install engine support tool (special tool #8534B, Fixture, Driveline Support).
12. Remove upper airbox inlet tube.
13. Install left and right engine lift bracket to cylinder head.
14. Remove the front belly pan.
15. Remove two pressure line retainer bolts (1) from cradle (2).
16. Remove mounting screws, then heat shield (3) above each inner tie rod bellows (2).
17. Remove steering gear upper mounting bolt (4) and nut.
18. Remove steering gear lower mounting bolts (2 and 3).
19. Remove steering gear (1) and support from the exhaust system.
20. Loosen nut (4) attaching lower control arm ball joint stud to knuckle (3). Back nut off until nut is even with end of stud. Keeping nut on at this location will help keep end of stud from distorting while using Puller in next step. CAUTION: In following step, use care not to damage ball joint seal boot while sliding (special tool #9360, Remover, Ball Joint) into place past seal boot.
21. Using Ball Joint Remover (special tool #9360, Remover, Ball Joint) (2), separate ball joint stud from knuckle.
22. Remove tool.
23. Remove left and right engine mount nut.
24. Remove nut (1) from end of ball joint stud.
25. On each side of vehicle, remove bolts (2) fastening stabilizer bar isolator retainer (3) in place.
26. Remove stabilizer bar with isolators and retainers from vehicle.
27. Support the engine cradle (special tool (special tool #8534B, Fixture, Driveline Support) Engine Support Fixture) with a suitable lifting device.
28. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the position of the engine cradle to aid installation.
29. Remove the four engine cradle bolts and lower the cradle.
30. Remove the control arms, if required.

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1. Install control arms. Refer to «ARM, LOWER CONTROL, INSTALLATION»(ref-489278-S31944086912012072600000) .
2. To aid installation, raise engine cradle to marked location.
3. Install four engine cradle bolts (4) and raise cradle. Tighten cradle bolts to 185 N.m (136 ft. lbs.).
4. Install stabilizer with isolators and retainers onto cradle. Refer to «STABILIZER BAR, FRONT, INSTALLATION»(ref-489278-S41862942732012072600000) .
5. On each side of vehicle, install bolts (2) fastening stabilizer bar isolator retainer (3) in place. Tighten bolts to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.).
6. Tighten engine mount nuts to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.).
7. Tighten left and right ball joint nut (4) to 122 N.m (90 ft. lbs.) attaching lower control arm ball joint stud to knuckle (3).
8. Install steering gear (1) and support from the exhaust system. Refer to «GEAR, INSTALLATION»(ref-489286-S24628391982012072600000) .
9. Install steering gear lower mounting bolts (2 and 3). Tighten to 142 N.m (105 ft. lbs.).
10. Install steering gear upper mounting bolt (4) and nut.
11. Install heat shield (3) and mounting screws above each inner tie rod bellow.
12. Install two pressure line retainer bolts (1) on cradle (2).
13. Install front belly pan.
14. Install nut (3) and bolt (1) attaching shock clevis bracket (2) to lower control arm (7). Tighten to 174 N.m (128 ft. lbs.).
15. On each side of vehicle, install nut (3) fastening stabilizer link (4) to stabilizer bar (5). Slide link ball joint stem on to bar. Tighten link nut to 81N.m (60 ft. lbs.).
16. Install outer tie rod (2) end nut (1) at each knuckle (3). Tighten end nut to 86 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
17. Install tire and wheel assembly (1). Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-489281-S31552247222012072600000) .
18. Lower vehicle from hoist.
19. Install power steering fluid into pump reservoir. Refer to «FLUID, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489286-S35246970972012072600000) .
20. Connect negative battery cable (2).
21. Perform vehicle alignment. Refer to «WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489278-S17595379302012072600000) .

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1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable (2) from battery post.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489279-S05318852982012072600000) .
3. On each side of vehicle rear, remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).
4. On each side of vehicle rear, while a helper applies brakes to keep hub from rotating, remove hub nut (1) from half shaft (2).
5. Remove rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
6. Remove rear axle differential. Refer to «REMOVAL»(ref-489292-S09890507332012072600000) or «REMOVAL»(ref-489291-S42249282942012072600000) or «REMOVAL»(ref-489293-S41818987672012072600000) .
7. Slide each axle half shaft from hub and bearing and remove from vehicle. NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
8. Disconnect right rear parking brake cable (4) at connector (3) to front parking brake cable (5).
9. Disconnect left rear parking brake cable (1) at equalizer (2). Leave equalizer on front cable.
10. Remove screw (2) fastening front parking brake cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember front flange (3). Remove J-nut from crossmember.
11. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: While holding guide pins from turning, remove disc brake caliper guide pin bolts (2). Remove brake caliper (1) from brake adapter (3) and pads. Guide brake caliper up through suspension, following brake hose path. Support caliper above rear suspension using with bungee cord or wire to keep caliper from overextending brake hose when crossmember is lowered. CAUTION: When pushing pistons back into caliper bores, use only a trim stick as shown in illustration or other suitable soft tool. Never use a screwdriver or other metal pry bar due to potential damage to braking surface of rotor, caliper, pistons or dust boots.
12. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, place trim stick (4) between brake pad (2) and outer edge of rotor (3).
13. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, using trim stick, slowly apply pressure against brake pad (2) until both pistons (on that side of caliper) are completely bottomed in bores of caliper half. NOTE: Repeat above procedure to opposite brake pad (1) and pistons as necessary.
14. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, support spring link (1) using a transmission jack (5) or other appropriate jack. Raise spring link just enough to access brake caliper lower mounting bolt (4) from above compression link (2).
15. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove the lower and upper caliper mounting bolts (1).
16. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove brake caliper (2) with pads from knuckle and brake rotor. Hang assembly out of way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this.
17. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, remove jack from under spring link. NOTE: To remove wheel speed sensor connector from body wiring harness connector, move retaining clip (2) and pull sensor connector outward.
18. Remove wheel speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) from body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2).
19. Unclip left wheel speed sensor cable (3) from routing clip (1) near body connector.
20. Unclip left sensor cable (1) from routing clips (2) along rear of crossmember near rear differential (3).
21. Unclip left sensor cable (2) from routing clip (1) above toe link mount on rear crossmember.
22. On each side of vehicle, remove shock absorber (1) lower mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
23. Carefully mark location of rear crossmember on body at all four mount (bushing) locations using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
24. Position an extra pair of jack stands under and support forward end of engine cradle to help stabilize vehicle during rear suspension removal/installation.
25. Position under-hoist utility jack or transmission jack (2) under center of rear crossmember (1). Raise jack head to contact crossmember and secure in place. When securing crossmember to jack, be sure not to secure stabilizer bar. WARNING: Before opening fuel system, review all Warnings and Cautions.
26. Remove fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, REMOVAL»(ref-489307-S01046541092012072600000) .
27. Remove both front (3) and both rear (2) mounting bolts fastening crossmember (1) in place.
28. Slowly lower crossmember using jack until crossmember is at a comfortable working level to access link and stabilizer bar fasteners.
29. On each end, remove bolt (3) and nut fastening stabilizer bar (4) to stabilizer link (2).
30. Remove bolts (1) fastening each stabilizer bar cushion retainer to crossmember.
31. Remove stabilizer bar (4) with cushions and retainers.
32. Remove coil springs and isolators (1, 2 and 5) from spring links.
33. For each parking brake cable, place 13 mm 12-point box wrench (4) over cable strand and completely onto cable retainer (3) as shown in illustration at crossmember bracket (1 - left) (2 - right). It may be necessary to wiggle wrench around somewhat to collapse retainer fingers. With wrench in place, pull cable from bracket.
34. On each side, remove screw fastening parking brake cable routing guide (1) to crossmember. Remove J-nuts from crossmember. NOTE: For installation purposes, when removing fasteners for any rear suspension links, it is important to note which bolt fastens what component and in what direction it is installed in.
35. On each side of crossmember, remove bolt and nut (1) fastening spring link (4) to crossmember.
36. On each side of crossmember, while holding toe adjustment cam bolt from rotating, remove nut (3) securing toe link at crossmember (1).
37. On each side of crossmember, slide cam bolt (2) attaching toe link rearward, out of crossmember and link (1).
38. On each side of crossmember, remove bolt and nut (1) mounting link (3) at crossmember.
39. On each side of crossmember, remove nut and bolt (4) mounting tension link to crossmember (1).
40. On each side of crossmember, remove nut and bolt (2) mounting camber link to crossmember (1).
41. Carefully lift knuckle with links and parking brake cable attached from rear suspension crossmember.
42. Remove crossmember from jack.

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1. Install rear crossmember (1) on jack (2) head in same position in which it was removed and secure in place.
2. Carefully place one side knuckle with links and parking brake cable attached as an assembly into mounted position on rear suspension crossmember. Install nut and bolt (2) mounting camber link to crossmember (1) to hold assembly in place. Do not tighten at this time.
3. Carefully place opposite side knuckle with links and parking brake cable attached as an assembly into mounted position on rear suspension crossmember. Install nut and bolt (2) mounting camber link to crossmember (1) to hold assembly in place. Do not tighten at this time.
4. On each side of crossmember, install nut and bolt (4) mounting each tension link to crossmember (1). Do not tighten at this time.
5. On each side of crossmember, Install bolt and nut (1) mounting each compression link (3) at crossmember. Do not tighten at this time.
6. On each side of crossmember, slide cam bolt (2) attaching toe link through crossmember and link (1) from rear.
7. On each side of crossmember, while holding toe adjustment cam bolt from rotating, install cam washer (2) and nut (3) securing toe link at crossmember (1). Do not tighten at this time.
8. On each side of crossmember, install bolt and nut (1) fastening spring link (4) to crossmember. Do not tighten at this time.
9. On each side of crossmember rear, guide leading end of rear parking brake through crossmember bracket (1 - left) (2 - right) near equalizer and press cable housing retainer into bracket allowing retainer fingers to lock cable in place.
10. On each side of crossmember rear, install J-nut for parking brake cable guide.
11. On each side, install screw fastening parking brake cable routing guide (1) to crossmember.
12. Install stabilizer bar (4) with cushions and retainers on crossmember.
13. Install cushion retainer mounting bolts (1). Do not tighten at this time.
14. Install bolt (3) and nut fastening stabilizer bar ends to each stabilizer link (2). Do not tighten at this time.
15. Tighten cushion retainer mounting bolts (1) to 60 N.m (44 ft. lbs.). CAUTION: Differential mounting bolts (1) must be installed through bushings prior to crossmember installation in vehicle. Bolts cannot be inserted through bushings once crossmember is installed.
16. Transfer differential mounting bolts (1) from original crossmember differential mount bushings to bushings in replacement crossmember. Install bolts from rear. Be sure to insert bolts through correct mount bushings in crossmember depending on rear axle differential (198 mm axle differential shown in illustration). NOTE: Do not install coil springs on spring links at this time.
17. Raise crossmember to body mounting points. As crossmember is raised, align shocks (3) with pockets in spring links. Do not install bolts at this time. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
18. Continue to raise crossmember (1) with jack until crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) can be installed. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts, but not the right side bolts. It is not necessary to tighten bolts at this point. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
19. Slowly lower jack allowing right side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
20. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
21. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in spring link (3), stop jacking.
22. Install lower shock mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). Do not tighten at this time. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
23. Raise right side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install right side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time.
24. Remove both front and rear crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) on left side of vehicle. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
25. Slowly lower jack allowing left side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
26. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
27. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in spring link (3), stop jacking.
28. Install lower shock mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). Do not tighten at this time. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
29. Raise left side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time. 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
30. Shift crossmember as necessary to line up mounts (3) with location marks drawn on body (1) before removal.
31. Once mounts are lined up with location marks, on both sides of vehicle, measure distance (1) between the tension link (2) and weld flange (3) on body directly in front of it, just outboard of the front mount bushing (4). This distance must be at least 12 mm to allow proper clearance for suspension movement. If distance is less than 12 mm on either side of vehicle, shift that side of rear crossmember directly rearward until distance is 12 mm or greater. To do so, loosen 3 mounting bolts slightly, leaving one on opposite side of shift snugged to pivot off of. Shift crossmember rearward and snug loosened bolts. Remeasure opposite side to be sure it still maintains minimum 12 mm distance.
32. Tighten all four crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) to 180 N.m (133 ft. lbs.).
33. Remove jack (2) from under rear crossmember.
34. Install fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, INSTALLATION»(ref-489307-S31498133712012072600000) .
35. Clip left rear wheel speed sensor cable (2) to routing clip (1) above toe link mount on rear crossmember.
36. Clip left rear wheel speed sensor cable (1) to routing clips (2) along rear of crossmember near rear differential (3).
37. Clip left rear wheel speed sensor cable (3) to routing clip (1) near body connector.
38. Match left rear wheel speed sensor connector (4) to right sensor connector (3) to make one connector.
39. Insert speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) into body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2). When installing connector, make sure retaining clip on body connector is properly in place and sensor connector cannot be pulled out.
40. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: Push caliper guide pins into caliper adapter to clear caliper mounting bosses when installing. Guide caliper and brake hose down through rear suspension, then slide caliper over brake pads and onto caliper adapter (3). CAUTION: Extreme caution should be taken not to cross-thread caliper guide pin bolts (2) when they are installed. Align caliper mounting holes with guide pins, then install guide pin bolts (2). While holding guide pins from turning, tighten bolts to 31 N.m (23 ft. lbs.). Make sure brake hose is properly routed and will not come in contact with suspension components.
41. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, at each rear disc brake, support spring link using a transmission jack or other appropriate jack as indicated in removal procedure. Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, REAR, REMOVAL»(ref-489280-S23643866872012072600000) .
42. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, slide caliper with pads (2) over brake rotor and align with knuckle.
43. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, install caliper mounting bolts (1). Tighten bolts to 130 N.m (96 ft. lbs.).
44. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove jack from under spring link.
45. Route front parking brake cable with equalizer above rear crossmember. NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
46. Connect left rear parking brake cable (1) to equalizer (2).
47. Connect right rear parking brake cable (4) to connector (3) already attached to front parking brake cable (5).
48. Install J-nut for mounting parking brake cable routing bracket to crossmember.
49. Insert front parking brake cable routing bracket locating pin into front flange of crossmember (3), then install screw (2) fastening cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember. NOTE: Always install a new hub nut. The original hub nut is one-time use only and should be discarded when removed.
50. On each side of vehicle, slide an axle half shaft (2) through hub and bearing and install hub nut (1). Do not tighten hub nuts at this time.
51. Install rear axle differential. Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-489292-S22520964372012072600000) or «INSTALLATION»(ref-489291-S19893133862012072600000) or «INSTALLATION»(ref-489293-S19432942872012072600000) .
52. While a helper applies brakes to keep hub from turning, tighten hub nut to 213 N.m (157 ft. lbs.).
53. Install rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
54. Lower vehicle until front tires contact floor but rear is still suspended. Place jack stands under each rear suspension spring link. Place an appropriate wooden block between stand and link to avoid damaging spring link, then lower vehicle until full vehicle weight is supported by suspension.
55. Tighten camber link bolt (2) at crossmember to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
56. Tighten tension link bolt nut (2) at crossmember to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
57. Tighten compression link bolt (2) at crossmember to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
58. Tighten spring link bolt (1) at crossmember to 108 N.m (80 ft. lbs.).
59. Tighten shock absorber lower mounting bolt nut (4) to 72 N.m (53 ft. lbs.).
60. Tighten stabilizer link bolts (3) to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).
61. Raise vehicle and remove jack stands (3).
62. Install tire and wheel assemblies (1). Tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 150 N.m (110 ft. lbs.). Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-489281-S31552247222012072600000) .
63. Lower vehicle.
64. Connect the battery negative cable (2) to battery post.
65. Pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.
66. Perform wheel alignment, paying special attention to thrust angle. If rear crossmember needs to be shifted to align thrust angle, try to avoid compromising tension link clearance. Refer to 31 and «WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489278-S17595379302012072600000) .
67. On each side of crossmember, while holding cam bolt from turning, tighten toe link cam bolt nut (2) to 108 N.m (80 ft. lbs.).

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1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable (2) from the battery post.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489279-S05318852982012072600000) .
3. On each side of vehicle rear, remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).
4. On each side of vehicle rear, while a helper applies brakes to keep hub from rotating, remove hub nut (1) from half shaft (2).
5. Remove rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
6. Remove rear axle differential. Refer to «REMOVAL»(ref-489292-S09890507332012072600000) or «REMOVAL»(ref-489291-S42249282942012072600000) or «REMOVAL»(ref-489293-S41818987672012072600000) .
7. Slide each axle half shaft from hub and bearing and remove from vehicle. NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
8. Disconnect front parking brake cable (5) at connector (3) to right rear parking brake cable (4) above axle differential.
9. Remove front parking brake cable (3) from equalizer (2).
10. Remove screw (2) fastening front parking brake cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember front flange (3).
11. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: While holding guide pins from turning, remove disc brake caliper guide pin bolts (2). Remove brake caliper (1) from brake adapter (3) and pads. Guide brake caliper up through suspension, following brake hose path. Support caliper above rear suspension using with bungee cord or wire to keep caliper from overextending brake hose when crossmember is lowered. CAUTION: When pushing pistons back into caliper bores, use only a trim stick as shown in illustration or other suitable soft tool. Never use a screwdriver or other metal pry bar due to potential damage to braking surface of rotor, caliper, pistons or dust boots.
12. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, place trim stick (4) between brake pad (2) and outer edge of rotor (3).
13. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, using trim stick, slowly apply pressure against brake pad (2) until both pistons (on that side of caliper) are completely bottomed in bores of caliper half. NOTE: Repeat above procedure to opposite brake pad (1) and pistons as necessary.
14. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, support spring link (1) using a transmission jack (5) or other appropriate jack. Raise spring link just enough to access brake caliper lower mounting bolt (4) from above compression link (2).
15. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove the lower and upper caliper mounting bolts (1).
16. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove brake caliper (2) with pads from knuckle and brake rotor. Hang assembly out of way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this.
17. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, remove jack from under spring link. NOTE: To remove wheel speed sensor connector from body wiring harness connector, move retaining clip (2) and pull sensor connector outward.
18. Remove wheel speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) from body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2).
19. Unclip left wheel speed sensor cable (3) from routing clip (1) near body connector.
20. On each side of vehicle, remove shock absorber (1) lower mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
21. Carefully mark location of rear crossmember on body at all four mount (bushing) locations using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
22. Position an extra pair of jack stands under and support forward end of engine cradle to help stabilize vehicle during rear suspension removal/installation.
23. Position under-hoist utility jack or transmission jack (2) under center of rear crossmember (1). Raise jack head to contact crossmember and secure in place. WARNING: Before opening fuel system, review all Warnings and Cautions.
24. Remove fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, REMOVAL»(ref-489307-S01046541092012072600000) . NOTE: If equipped with AWD, when removing crossmember mounting bolts in following step, be sure to not to misplace spacers (1) between crossmember mounts (2) and body.
25. Remove both front (3) and both rear (2) mounting bolts fastening crossmember (1) in place.
26. Slowly lower crossmember using jack until crossmember is at a comfortable working level.
27. Remove coil springs and isolators (1, 2 and 5) from spring links.
28. Remove bolt (1) from bushing prior to removal. NOTE: Prior to using Special Tool (special tool #9520, Remover/Installer, Bushing), lubricate Bolt (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity. NOTE: When installing Thrust Bearing (6), be sure to place hardened side toward Bolt head.
29. Assemble tools (See following list) over bushing as shown in illustration. (1) Bolt (2) Nut (3) Washer (4) Receiver (special tool #9520-4, Cup, Receiver) (5) Remover (special tool #9520-3, Remover, Bushing) (6) Thrust Bearing
30. While holding Nut (2) from rotating, using hand tools , tighten Bolt (1) until Remover (5) comes in contact with bushing and Receiver (4) sets squarely against crossmember.
31. Continue to tighten Bolt (1), pressing bushing out of crossmember.
32. Remove tools with bushing.

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Note. It is important that tapered end (3) of bushing be installed first into forward end of crossmember to ease installation.

Note. When installing Thrust Bearing (7), be sure to place hardened side toward Bolt head.

1. Insert tapered end of NEW bushing (3) into forward end of crossmember bushing bore.
2. Assemble tools (See following list) through crossmember and bushing as shown in illustration. (1) Bolt (2) Disc (special tool #9520-1, Installer Disc) (3) Bushing (4) Nut (5) Washer (6) Installer (special tool #9520-2, Installer, Bushing) (7) Thrust Bearing
3. Insert Installer (6) into end of bushing and Disc (2) into opposite end of crossmember bushing bore.
4. While holding Nut (4) from rotating, tighten Bolt (1) using hand tools , pressing bushing into crossmember. Stop when Installer (6) bottoms against bushing bore.
5. Remove tools. CAUTION: Differential mounting bolts (1) must be installed through bushings prior to crossmember installation in vehicle. Bolts cannot be inserted through bushings once crossmember is installed.
6. Insert differential mounting bolt (1) through mount bushing from rear (198 mm axle differential shown in illustration. Other axles differ, but similar). NOTE: Do not install coil springs on spring links at this time.
7. Raise crossmember to body mounting points. As crossmember is raised, align shocks (3) with pockets in spring links. Do not install bolts at this time. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
8. Continue to raise crossmember (1) with jack until crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) can be installed. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts, but not the right side bolts. It is not necessary to tighten bolts at this point. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
9. Slowly lower jack allowing right side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
10. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
11. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in spring link (3), stop jacking.
12. Install lower shock mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). Do not tighten at this time.
13. If vehicle is equipped with AWD, insert spacers (1) on top of right crossmember mount bushings (2) before crossmember is raised into place. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
14. Raise right side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install right side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time.
15. Remove both front and rear crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) on left side of vehicle. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
16. Slowly lower jack allowing left side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
17. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
18. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in spring link (3), stop jacking.
19. Install lower shock mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). Do not tighten at this time.
20. If vehicle is equipped with AWD, insert spacers (1) on top of left crossmember mount bushings (2) before crossmember is raised into place. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
21. Raise left side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time. 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
22. Shift crossmember as necessary to line up mounts (3) with location marks drawn on body (1) before removal.
23. Once mounts are lined up with location marks, on both sides of vehicle, measure distance (1) between the tension link (2) and weld flange (3) on body directly in front of it, just outboard of the front mount bushing (4). This distance must be at least 12 mm to allow proper clearance for suspension movement. If distance is less than 12 mm on either side of vehicle, shift that side of rear crossmember directly rearward until distance is 12 mm or greater. To do so, loosen 3 mounting bolts slightly, leaving one on opposite side of shift snugged to pivot off of. Shift crossmember rearward and snug loosened bolts. Remeasure opposite side to be sure it still maintains minimum 12 mm distance.
24. Tighten all four crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) to 180 N.m (133 ft. lbs.).
25. Remove jack (2) from under rear crossmember.
26. Install fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, INSTALLATION»(ref-489307-S31498133712012072600000) .
27. Clip left rear wheel speed sensor cable (3) to routing clip (1) near body connector.
28. Match left rear wheel speed sensor connector (4) to right sensor connector (3) to make one connector.
29. Insert speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) into body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2). When installing connector, make sure retaining clip on body connector is properly in place and sensor connector cannot be pulled out. CAUTION: Extreme caution should be taken not to cross-thread caliper guide pin bolts (2) when they are installed.
30. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: Push caliper guide pins into caliper adapter to clear caliper mounting bosses when installing. Guide caliper and brake hose down through rear suspension, then slide caliper over brake pads and onto caliper adapter (3). Align caliper mounting holes with guide pins, then install guide pin bolts (2). While holding guide pins from turning, tighten bolts to 31 N.m (23 ft. lbs.) torque. Make sure brake hose is properly routed and will not come in contact with suspension components.
31. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, at each rear disc brake, support spring link using a transmission jack or other appropriate jack as indicated in removal procedure. Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, REAR, REMOVAL»(ref-489280-S23643866872012072600000) .
32. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, slide caliper with pads (2) over brake rotor and align with knuckle.
33. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, install caliper mounting bolts (1). Tighten bolts to 130 N.m (96 ft. lbs.) torque.
34. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove jack from under spring link.
35. Route parking brake cable above rear crossmember, then slide cable (1, 3) through equalizer (2) above rear axle differential (once installed). NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
36. Connect front parking brake cable (5) at connector (3) to right rear parking brake cable (4).
37. Insert front parking brake cable routing bracket locating pin into front flange of crossmember (3), then install screw (2) fastening cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember. NOTE: Always install a new hub nut. The original hub nut is one-time use only and should be discarded when removed.
38. On each side of vehicle, slide an axle half shaft (2) through hub and bearing and install hub nut (1). Do not tighten hub nuts at this time.
39. Install rear axle differential. Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-489292-S22520964372012072600000) or «INSTALLATION»(ref-489291-S19893133862012072600000) or «INSTALLATION»(ref-489293-S19432942872012072600000) .
40. While a helper applies brakes to keep hub from turning, tighten hub nut to 213 N.m (157 ft. lbs.).
41. Install rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
42. Install tire and wheel assemblies (1). Tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 150 N.m (110 ft. lbs.). Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-489281-S31552247222012072600000) .
43. Lower vehicle.
44. Connect the battery negative cable (2) to the battery post.
45. Pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.
46. Position vehicle on alignment rack/drive-on lift. Raise vehicle as necessary to access mounting bolts.
47. Tighten shock absorber lower mounting bolt nuts (4) to 72 N.m (53 ft. lbs.).
48. Perform wheel alignment, paying special attention to thrust angle. If rear crossmember needs to be shifted to align thrust angle, try to avoid compromising tension link clearance. Refer to 23 and «WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489278-S17595379302012072600000) .

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1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable (2) from battery post.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. On each side of vehicle rear, remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).
4. Remove rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
5. Apply alignment index marks (3) to the propeller shaft rubber coupler (1) and axle flange (2).
6. Remove three (four if equipped with 215 MM axle) propeller shaft coupler-to-axle flange bolts and nuts.
7. Support propeller shaft (2) using a bungee cord (1). Attach ends of cord to fuel tank straps as shown in illustration. NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
8. Disconnect front parking brake cable (5) at connector (3) to right rear parking brake cable (4) above axle differential.
9. Remove front parking brake cable (3) from equalizer (2).
10. Remove screw (2) fastening front parking brake cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember front flange (3).
11. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: While holding guide pins from turning, remove disc brake caliper guide pin bolts (2). Remove brake caliper (1) from brake adapter (3) and pads. Guide brake caliper up through suspension, following brake hose path. Support caliper above rear suspension using with bungee cord or wire to keep caliper from overextending brake hose when crossmember is lowered. CAUTION: When pushing pistons back into caliper bores, use only a trim stick as shown in illustration or other suitable soft tool. Never use a screwdriver or other metal pry bar due to potential damage to braking surface of rotor, caliper, pistons or dust boots.
12. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, place trim stick (4) between brake pad (2) and outer edge of rotor (3).
13. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, using trim stick, slowly apply pressure against brake pad (2) until both pistons (on that side of caliper) are completely bottomed in bores of caliper half. NOTE: Repeat above procedure to opposite brake pad (1) and pistons as necessary.
14. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, support spring link (1) using a transmission jack (5) or other appropriate jack. Raise spring link just enough to access brake caliper lower mounting bolt (4) from above compression link (2).
15. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove the lower and upper caliper mounting bolts (1).
16. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove brake caliper (2) with pads from knuckle and brake rotor. Hang assembly out of way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this.
17. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, remove jack from under spring link. NOTE: To remove wheel speed sensor connector from body wiring harness connector, move retaining clip (2) and pull sensor connector outward.
18. Remove wheel speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) from body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2).
19. Unclip left wheel speed sensor cable (3) from routing clip (1) near body connector.
20. On each side of vehicle, remove shock absorber (1) lower mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
21. Carefully mark location of rear crossmember on body at all four mount (bushing) locations using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
22. Position an extra pair of jack stands under and support forward end of engine cradle to help stabilize vehicle during rear suspension removal/installation.
23. Position under-hoist utility jack or transmission jack (3) under center of rear axle differential (1). Raise jack head to contact differential and secure in place. When securing crossmember to jack, be sure not to secure stabilizer bar. WARNING: Before opening fuel system, review all Warnings and Cautions.
24. Remove fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, REMOVAL»(ref-489307-S01046541092012072600000) . NOTE: If equipped with AWD, when removing crossmember mounting bolts in following step, be sure to not to misplace spacers (1) between crossmember mounts (2) and body.
25. Remove both front (3) and both rear (2) mounting bolts fastening crossmember (1) in place.
26. Slowly lower crossmember using jack. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower just enough to allow propeller shaft removal from rear axle differential. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. Slide propeller shaft out of rear axle differential and allow bungee cord previously installed to support.
27. Lower crossmember until crossmember is at a comfortable working level to access bushings. Support rear suspension assembly using jack stands to help stabilize assembly during bushing service.
28. Remove coil springs (2) with isolators (1 and 5) from spring links (4). 1 - MARKER OR CRAYON 2 - CROSSMEMBER 3 - BUSHING CAN FLANGE
29. As an installation reference, carefully mark location of bushing requiring removal on crossmember (around bushing can flange) using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
30. Remove nut and bolt (1) fastening compression link (3) to crossmember.
31. Remove travel limiter (2) from bushing inner metal sleeve (1). To do so, use an appropriate grinding tool to remove inner metal sleeve material until limiter can be safely removed.
32. Slide Support (2), Special Tool (special tool #9031-9, Clamp), into end of crossmember (3) surrounding bushing bore as shown in illustration.
33. Snug set-screws (1) securing Support (2) to crossmember.
34. Insert Brace (1), Special Tool (special tool #9031-10, Brace), between Support (special tool #9031-9, Clamp) (3) and bushing bore flange (2) matching step in Brace to bore flange.
35. Snug set-screws (2) against Brace (special tool #9031-10, Brace). Do not overtighten set-screws as they will distort and bend bushing bore flange. NOTE: Prior to using Press (1), Special Tool (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) Ball Joint Press Installer/Removal, lubricate screw-drive threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.
36. Assemble tools (See following list) over bushing as shown in illustration. Ensure Remover lies between ridges (3) on bushing to properly contact bushing can. (1) Press (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (2) Remover (special tool #9031-5A, Remover, Bushing) (4) Receiver (special tool #9031-8A, Receiver, Bushing)
37. Tighten Press (1) screw-drive, pressing bushing out of crossmember.
38. Remove all tools.

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1. Position bushing on crossmember bushing bore aligning bushing can flange with reference marks applied during removal.
2. Assemble tools (See following list) over bushing and crossmember as shown in illustration. (2) Receiver (special tool #9031-6, Receiver) (3) Press (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (4) Installer (special tool #9031-7A, Installer, Bushing) NOTE: Ensure Installer (3), Special Tool (special tool #9031-7A, Installer, Bushing), is positioned that it will clear compression link bracket (1) while bushing is being installed.
3. Tighten Press (2) screw-drive, pressing bushing into crossmember. Install bushing until bushing can flange contacts surface of crossmember.
4. Remove tools.
5. Verify bushing closely lines up with reference marks applied during removal.
6. Install bolt and nut as shown in illustration (1) fastening compression link (3) to crossmember. Do not tighten bolt at this time. NOTE: Do not reinstall coil springs on spring links at this time. Install as directed in later steps.
7. Raise crossmember to body mounting points. As crossmember is raised, slide propeller shaft (1) onto rear axle differential flange (2) and align shock absorbers with pockets in spring links. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
8. Continue to raise crossmember (1) with jack until crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) can be installed. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts, but not the right side bolts. It is not necessary to tighten bolts at this point. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
9. Slowly lower jack allowing right side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
10. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
11. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in spring link (3), stop jacking.
12. Install lower shock mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). Do not tighten at this time.
13. If vehicle is equipped with AWD, insert spacers (1) on top of right crossmember mount bushings (2) before crossmember is raised into place. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
14. Raise right side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install right side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time.
15. Remove both front and rear crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) on left side of vehicle. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
16. Slowly lower jack allowing left side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
17. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
18. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in spring link (3), stop jacking.
19. Install lower shock mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). Do not tighten at this time.
20. If vehicle is equipped with AWD, insert spacers (1) on top of left crossmember mount bushings (2) before crossmember is raised into place. NOTE: There are four crossmember mounting bolts. Rear mounting bolts (2) are longer than front mounting bolts (3). Do not interchange mounting bolts.
21. Raise left side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time. 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
22. Shift crossmember as necessary to line up mounts (3) with location marks drawn on body (1) before removal.
23. Once mounts are lined up with location marks, on both sides of vehicle, measure distance (1) between the tension link (2) and weld flange (3) on body directly in front of it, just outboard of the front mount bushing (4). This distance must be at least 12 mm to allow proper clearance for suspension movement. If distance is less than 12 mm on either side of vehicle, shift that side of rear crossmember directly rearward until distance is 12 mm or greater. To do so, loosen 3 mounting bolts slightly, leaving one on opposite side of shift snugged to pivot off of. Shift crossmember rearward and snug loosened bolts. Remeasure opposite side to be sure it still maintains minimum 12 mm distance.
24. Tighten all four crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3) to 180 N.m (133 ft. lbs.).
25. Remove jack (3) from under rear axle differential.
26. Remove bungee cord (1) supporting propeller shaft (2).
27. Align propeller shaft index marks placed upon removal. Install propeller shaft rear coupler-to-axle flange bolts and nuts by hand. Tighten propeller shaft rear coupler-to-axle flange bolts to 81 N.m (60 ft. lbs.).
28. Install fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, INSTALLATION»(ref-489307-S31498133712012072600000) .
29. Clip left rear wheel speed sensor cable (3) to routing clip (1) near body connector.
30. Match left rear wheel speed sensor connector (4) to right sensor connector (3) to make one connector.
31. Insert speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) into body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2). When installing connector, make sure retaining clip on body connector is properly in place and sensor connector cannot be pulled out.
32. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: Push caliper guide pins into caliper adapter to clear caliper mounting bosses when installing. Guide caliper and brake hose down through rear suspension, then slide caliper over brake pads and onto caliper adapter (3). CAUTION: Extreme caution should be taken not to cross-thread caliper guide pin bolts (2) when they are installed. Align caliper mounting holes with guide pins, then install guide pin bolts (2). While holding guide pins from turning, tighten bolts to 31 N.m (23 ft. lbs.) torque. Make sure brake hose is properly routed and will not come in contact with suspension components.
33. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, at each rear disc brake, support spring link using a transmission jack or other appropriate jack as indicated in removal procedure. Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, REAR, REMOVAL»(ref-489280-S23643866872012072600000) .
34. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, slide caliper with pads (2) over brake rotor and align with knuckle.
35. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, install caliper mounting bolts (1). Tighten bolts to 130 N.m (96 ft. lbs.) torque.
36. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove jack from under spring link.
37. Route parking brake cable above rear crossmember, then slide cable (1, 3) through equalizer (2) above rear axle differential (once installed). NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
38. Connect front parking brake cable (5) at connector (3) to right rear parking brake cable (4).
39. Insert front parking brake cable routing bracket locating pin into front flange of crossmember (3), then install screw (2) fastening cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember.
40. Install rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
41. Install tire and wheel assemblies (1). Tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 150 N.m (110 ft. lbs.). Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-489281-S31552247222012072600000) .
42. Lower vehicle until rear wheels are just above floor level.
43. Apply parking brake lever. Release lever, then reapply.
44. Check to make sure rear wheels will not rotate with lever applied.
45. Lower vehicle.
46. Connect the battery negative cable (2) to the battery post.
47. Pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.
48. Position vehicle on alignment rack/drive-on lift. Raise vehicle as necessary to access mounting bolts.
49. Tighten shock absorber lower mounting bolt nuts (4) to 72 N.m (53 ft. lbs.).
50. Tighten compression link bolt and nut (1) at crossmember to 85 N.m (63 ft. lbs.).
51. Perform wheel alignment, paying special attention to thrust angle. If rear crossmember needs to be shifted to align thrust angle, try to avoid compromising tension link clearance. Refer to 23 and «WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489278-S17595379302012072600000) .

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1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable (2) from battery post.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Refer to «HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-489279-S05318852982012072600000) .
3. On each side of vehicle rear, remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).
4. Remove rear exhaust system (2) (dual-outlet exhaust shown in illustration).
5. Apply alignment index marks (3) to the propeller shaft rubber coupler (1) and axle flange (2).
6. Remove three (four if equipped with 215MM axle) propeller shaft coupler-to-axle flange bolts and nuts.
7. Support propeller shaft (2) using a bungee cord (1). Attach ends of cord to fuel tank straps as shown in illustration. NOTE: Due to short travel and low spring tension, it is not necessary to lock-out parking brake lever to service parking brake components.
8. Disconnect front parking brake cable (5) at connector (3) to right rear parking brake cable (4) above axle differential.
9. Remove front parking brake cable (3) from equalizer (2).
10. Remove screw (2) fastening front parking brake cable (1) routing bracket to rear crossmember front flange (3).
11. If equipped with standard or premium disc brakes, on each rear disc brake: While holding guide pins from turning, remove disc brake caliper guide pin bolts (2). Remove brake caliper (1) from brake adapter (3) and pads. Guide brake caliper up through suspension, following brake hose path. Support caliper above rear suspension using with bungee cord or wire to keep caliper from overextending brake hose when crossmember is lowered. CAUTION: When pushing pistons back into caliper bores, use only a trim stick as shown in illustration or other suitable soft tool. Never use a screwdriver or other metal pry bar due to potential damage to braking surface of rotor, caliper, pistons or dust boots.
12. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, place trim stick (4) between brake pad (2) and outer edge of rotor (3).
13. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, using trim stick, slowly apply pressure against brake pad (2) until both pistons (on that side of caliper) are completely bottomed in bores of caliper half. NOTE: Repeat above procedure to opposite brake pad (1) and pistons as necessary.
14. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, support spring link (1) using a transmission jack (5) or other appropriate jack. Raise spring link just enough to access brake caliper lower mounting bolt (4) from above compression link (2).
15. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove the lower and upper caliper mounting bolts (1).
16. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, on each rear disc brake, remove brake caliper (2) with pads from knuckle and brake rotor. Hang assembly out of way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this.
17. If equipped with SRT8 disc brakes, remove jack from under spring link. NOTE: To remove wheel speed sensor connector from body wiring harness connector, move retaining clip (2) and pull sensor connector outward.
18. Remove wheel speed sensor connectors (3 and 4) from body wiring harness connector (1) located in luggage compartment floor pan (2).
19. Unclip left wheel speed sensor cable (3) from routing clip (1) near body connector.
20. On each side of vehicle, remove shock absorber (1) lower mounting bolt (2) and nut (4). 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
21. Carefully mark location of rear crossmember on body at all four mount (bushing) locations using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
22. Position an extra pair of jack stands under and support forward end of engine cradle to help stabilize vehicle during rear suspension removal/installation.
23. Position under-hoist utility jack or transmission jack (3) under center of rear axle differential (1). Raise jack head to contact differential and secure in place. When securing crossmember to jack, be sure not to secure stabilizer bar. WARNING: Before opening fuel system, review all Warnings and Cautions.
24. Remove fuel filler tube. Refer to «TUBE, FUEL TANK FILLER, REMOVAL»(ref-489307-S01046541092012072600000) . NOTE: If equipped with AWD, when removing crossmember mounting bolts in following step, be sure to not to misplace spacers (1) between crossmember mounts (2) and body.
25. Remove both front (3) and both rear (2) mounting bolts fastening crossmember (1) in place.
26. Slowly lower crossmember using jack. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower just enough to allow propeller shaft removal from rear axle differential. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. Slide propeller shaft out of rear axle differential and allow bungee cord previously installed to support.
27. Lower crossmember until crossmember is at a comfortable working level to access bushings. Support rear suspension assembly using jack stands to help stabilize assembly during bushing service.
28. Remove coil springs (2) with isolators (1 and 5) from spring links (4). 1 - BUSHING CAN FLANGE 2 - MARKER OR CRAYON 3 - CROSSMEMBER
29. As an installation reference, carefully mark location of bushing requiring removal on crossmember (around bushing can flange) using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
30. Slide Support (2), Special Tool (special tool #9031-11, Clamp), into end of crossmember (3) surrounding bushing bore as shown in illustration.
31. Snug set-screws (1) securing Support (2) to crossmember.
32. Insert Brace (1), Special Tool (special tool #9031-12, Brace), between Support (special tool #9031-11, Clamp) (3) and bushing bore flange (2) matching angle cut in Brace to bore flange.
33. Snug set-screws (1) against Brace (special tool #9031-12, Brace). Do not overtighten set-screws as they will distort and bend bushing bore flange. NOTE: Prior to using Press (1), Special Tool (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint), lubricate screw-drive threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.
34. Assemble tools (See following list) over bushing as shown in illustration. (1) Press (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (2) Remover (special tool #9031-2, Remover, Bushing) (3) Receiver (special tool #9031-1, Bushing Removal Receiver)
35. Tighten Press (1) screw-drive, pressing bushing out of crossmember.
36. Remove all tools.