Suspension: Removal & Installation Lexus SC II рестайлинг

REMOVAL

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and wheel hub ornament.
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH Remove the bolt and disconnect the speed sensor wire. (Scheme 12): Locating Speed Sensor Wire Bolt
4. DISCONNECT STEERING KNUCKLE LH Remove the clip and nut. Using SST, disconnect the upper suspension arm from the steering knuckle. SST 09610-20012 (Scheme 13): Disconnecting Upper Suspension Arm From Steering Knuckle
5. REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the shock absorber from the shock absorber bracket. Loosen the piston rod lock nut. NOTE: Do not remove the lock nut. Remove the 3 nuts, spring support reinforcement and shock absorber with coil spring. Remove the No. 1 suspension support from the shock absorber with coil spring. (Scheme 14): Locating Spring Support Reinforcement Nuts

INSTALLATION

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING Install a new front suspension support No. 1 to the shock absorber with coil spring. Temporarily install the spring support reinforcement and shock absorber with coil spring with the 3 nuts. (Scheme 15): Locating Spring Support Reinforcement Nuts Temporarily install the shock absorber to the shock absorber bracket with the bolt and nut. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the bolt. (Scheme 16): Locating Shock Absorber Bracket Bolt And Nut
2. TEMPORARILY INSTALL STEERING KNUCKLE LH Connect the front suspension upper arm LH to the steering knuckle LH. Temporarily install the nut. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut.
3. CONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH Connect the speed sensor wire with the bolt. Torque: 5.0 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf) (Scheme 17): Locating Steering Knuckle LH Nut
4. STABILIZE SUSPENSION Lower the vehicle. Press down on the vehicle several times to stabilize the suspension.
5. TIGHTEN FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING Tighten the 3 nuts labeled A. Torque: 56 N*m (570 kgf*cm, 41 ft.*lbf) Fix the nut labeled C and tighten the bolt labeled B. Torque: 157 N*m (1,600 kgf*cm, 116 ft.*lbf) NOTE: Do not tighten nut labeled C.
6. TIGHTEN STEERING KNUCKLE LH Tighten the nut. Torque: 87 N*m (890 kgf*cm, 64 ft.*lbf) Install a new clip.
7. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts.
8. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. (Scheme 18): Locating Nuts And Bolt Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
9. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the front wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S31307379082008041900000) ).

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1. DISPOSE OF FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH Fully extend the shock absorber piston rod, and clamp it in a vise at an angle. Using a drill or similar tool, gradually make a hole in area A and discharge the gas inside of absorber. CAUTION: As metal debris may be blown outward by the gas, you must: (Scheme 19): Identifying Hole Area Wear protective glasses. Cover the area being cut. NOTE: The gas is colorless, odorless and harmless.

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH Remove the bolt and disconnect the speed sensor wire.
4. DISCONNECT STEERING KNUCKLE LH (See «REMOVAL»(ref-283147-S05550416272008041900000) )
5. REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING (See «REMOVAL»(ref-283147-S05550416272008041900000) )
6. REMOVE FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Remove the 2 bolts and upper arm. (Scheme 20): Locating Upper Arm Bolts

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1. INSPECT FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. Standard turning torque: 1.0 to 3.4 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 9 to 30 in.*lbf) (Scheme 21): Inspecting Front Upper Suspension Arm Assembly LH Check for any cracks or grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Temporarily install the upper arm with the 2 bolts. (Scheme 22): Locating Upper Arm Bolts HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the bolts.
2. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
3. CONNECT STEERING KNUCKLE LH (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
4. CONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH Install the speed sensor wire with the bolt. Torque: 5.0 N*m (51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf)
5. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
6. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
7. TIGHTEN FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING (See «INSTALLATION»(ref-283147-S40921243722008041900000) )
8. TIGHTEN FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 53 N*m (540 kgf*cm, 39 ft.*lbf)
9. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
10. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the front wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S31307379082008041900000) ).

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
4. LOOSEN FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Loosen the 2 bolts. NOTE: Do not remove the bolts. (Scheme 23): Locating Front Lower Suspension Arm Assembly LH Bolts
5. DISCONNECT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the shock absorber from the shock absorber bracket. (Scheme 24): Locating Shock Absorber Bracket Bolt Remove the nut and disconnect the height control sensor link from the shock absorber bracket. (Scheme 25): Locating Height Control Sensor Link Nut
6. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the stabilizer link from the stabilizer bar. Remove the nut and stabilizer link. (Scheme 26): Locating Stabilizer Link Bolt And Nut
7. DISCONNECT RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY Remove the 2 bolts and No. 2 steering rack housing bracket. (Scheme 27): Locating No. 2 Steering Rack Housing Bracket Bolts Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the steering gear. (Scheme 28): Locating Steering Gear Bolts
8. REMOVE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Remove the cotter pin and nut. Using SST, disconnect the lower arm from the lower ball joint. SST 09628-62011 Remove the bolt and shock absorber bracket from the lower arm. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the lower arm from the No. 2 suspension lower arm. (Scheme 29): Disconnecting Lower Arm From Lower Ball Joint Place matchmarks on the No. 2 camber adjusting cam and suspension cross member. (Scheme 30): Placing Matchmarks On No. 2 Camber Adjusting Cam And Suspension Cross Member Remove the nut, No. 2 camber adjusting cam, No. 1 camber adjusting cam and lower suspension arm.

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Install the shock absorber bracket to the suspension lower arm with the bolt. Torque: 59 N*m (600 kgf*cm, 44 ft.*lbf) Temporarily install the lower arm. Install the No. 1 camber adjusting cam and No. 2 camber adjusting cam with the nut, but only loosely install the nut. Align the matchmarks on the No. 1 camber adjusting cam and No. 2 camber adjusting cam. Then temporarily tighten the bolt. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut. (Scheme 31): Aligning Matchmarks On No. 1 Camber Adjusting Cam And No. 2 Camber Adjusting Cam Temporarily install the lower arm to the lower ball joint with the nut. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut. (Scheme 32): Locating Lower Ball Joint Nut Temporarily install the 2 bolts to the lower arm. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the bolts. (Scheme 33): Locating Lower Arm Bolt
2. CONNECT RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY Install the steering gear with the 2 bolts. Torque: 65 N*m (663 kgf*cm, 48 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 34): Locating Steering Gear Bolts Install the No. 2 steering rack housing bracket with the 2 bolts. Torque: 65 N*m (663 kgf*cm, 48 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 35): Locating No. 2 Steering Rack Housing Bracket Bolts
3. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Install the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar with the bolt and nut. Torque: 51 N*m (520 kgf*cm, 38 ft.*lbf) Install the stabilizer link with the nut. Torque: 113 N*m (1,150 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 36): Locating Stabilizer Link Bolt And Nut
4. TEMPORARILY INSTALL FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY Temporarily install the shock absorber to the shock absorber bracket with the bolt and nut. (Scheme 37): Locating Shock Absorber Bracket Bolt And Nut Install the height control sensor link to the shock absorber bracket with the nut. (Scheme 38): Locating Shock Absorber Bracket Nut Torque: 5.4 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf)
5. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
6. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
7. TIGHTEN FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Tighten the 2 camber adjusting cams and 2 nuts. Torque: 172 N*m (1,755 kgf*cm, 127 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 39): Aligning Matchmarks On No. 1 Camber Adjusting Cam And No. 2 Camber Adjusting Cam Tighten the 2 bolts and nut, and install a new cotter pin to the ball joint. (Scheme 40): Locating Ball Joint Nut Torque: 162 N*m (1,650 kgf*cm, 119 ft.*lbf) for nut labeled A 164 N*m (1,690 kgf*cm, 121 ft.*lbf) for bolt labeled B
8. TIGHTEN FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (See «INSTALLATION»(ref-283147-S40921243722008041900000) )
9. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the front wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S31307379082008041900000) ).
10. ADJUST FRONT HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE NO. 2 ENGINE UNDER COVER
4. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION NO. 2 LOWER ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Remove the 2 nuts and disconnect the front suspension member brace rear. Remove the 4 bolts and front suspension member brace. (Scheme 41): Locating Front Suspension Member Brace Bolts Remove the bolt. (Scheme 42): Locating Bolt Remove the 2 bolts, nut, front suspension No. 2 lower arm and strut bar bracket. (Scheme 43): Locating Front Suspension No. 2 Lower Arm Bolts And Nut

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

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1. INSTALL FRONT SUSPENSION NO. 2 LOWER ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Install the front suspension No. 2 lower arm and strut bar bracket with the 2 bolts and nut. Torque: 164 N*m (1,672 kgf*cm, 121 ft.*lbf) for bolt 152 N*m (1,550 kgf*cm, 112 ft.*lbf) for nut (Scheme 44): Locating Front Suspension No. 2 Lower Arm Bolts And Nut Install the bolt. Torque: 58 N*m (590 kgf*cm, 43 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 45): Locating Bolt Install the front suspension member brace with the 4 bolts. Torque: 56 N*m (570 kgf*cm, 41 ft.*lbf) Connect the front suspension member brace rear with the 2 nuts. Torque: 58 N*m (590 kgf*cm, 43 ft.*lbf)
2. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 46): Locating Front Suspension Member Brace Bolts
3. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
4. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
5. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the front wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S31307379082008041900000) ).

Identifying Front Lower Ball Joint Components With Torque Specifications. Scheme 47

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH Remove the cotter pin and nut. Remove the 2 bolts. (Scheme 48): Locating Front Lower Ball Joint Assembly LH Bolts Using SST, remove the lower ball joint. SST 09628-62011 (Scheme 49): Removing Lower Ball Joint
4. DISCONNECT TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH Remove the clip and nut. Using SST, disconnect the tie rod end from the lower ball joint. SST 09628-62011 (Scheme 50): Disconnecting Tie Rod End From Lower Ball Joint

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1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY Install the hub nuts to the disc. Using a dial indicator, measure the lower ball joint for excessive play when you push the hub nuts up and down with a force of 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf). Standard maximum: 0.4 mm (0.016 in.) If the joint play is not as specified, replace the lower ball joint. (Scheme 51): Measuring Lower Ball Joint For Excessive Play Remove the ball joint (see «REMOVAL»(ref-283147-S13201836342008041900000) ). As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. Standard turning torque: 0.1 to 3.0 N*m (1 to 30 kgf*cm, 0.9 to 26 in.*lbf) Check for any cracks or grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover. (Scheme 52): Checking Ball Joint Turning Torque HINT: Check for unusual resistance or looseness as you turn the torque wrench.

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

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1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH Install the lower ball joint to the lower suspension arm. Install the nut and a new cotter pin. Torque: 162 N*m (1,650 kgf*cm, 119 ft.*lbf) Install the lower ball joint with the 2 bolts. Torque: 113 N*m (1,150 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 53): Locating Front Lower Ball Joint Assembly LH Bolts
2. INSTALL TIE ROD ASSEMBLY LH Install the tie rod to the lower ball joint. Install the nut and clip. Torque: 87 N*m (890 kgf*cm, 64 ft.*lbf)
3. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
4. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
5. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)

Identifying Front Stabilizer Bar Components With Torque Specifications. Scheme 54

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
4. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the stabilizer bar from the stabilizer link. Remove the nut and stabilizer link from the lower arm. (Scheme 55): Locating Stabilizer Bar Bolt And Nut
5. REMOVE FRONT STABILIZER BAR Remove the 4 bolts, 2 stabilizer bar brackets and stabilizer bar. Remove the 2 bushes from the stabilizer bar. (Scheme 56): Locating Stabilizer Bar Bracket Bolts

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1. INSPECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. Standard turning torque: 0.05 to 1.5 N*m (0.5 to 15 kgf*cm, 0.4 to 13 in.*lbf) (Scheme 57): Checking Front Stabilizer Link Assembly LH Turning Torque Check for any cracks or grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER BAR Install the 2 bushes to the stabilizer bar. Install the stabilizer bar and 2 stabilizer bar brackets with the 4 bolts.
2. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «REASSEMBLY»(ref-283147-S12794543832008041900000) )
3. INSTALL FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Install the stabilizer link to the lower arm with the nut. Torque: 113 N*m (1,150 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf) Install the stabilizer link with the bolt and nut. Torque: 51 N*m (520 kgf*cm, 38 ft.*lbf)
4. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
5. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)

Identifying Rear Shock Absorber With Coil Spring Components (1 Of 2). Scheme 58

Identifying Rear Shock Absorber With Coil Spring Components With Torque Specifications (2 Of 2). Scheme 59

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER STOPPER SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
2. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER STOPPER SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
3. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE
4. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR MAT
5. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER LH
6. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER RH
7. REMOVE SPARE WHEEL COVER ASSEMBLY
8. REMOVE TOOL BOX COVER
9. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER REAR SUB-ASSEMBLY
10. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER ASSEMBLY
11. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER INNER LOWER
12. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER FRONT
13. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER SIDE LH
14. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER SIDE RH
15. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
16. REMOVE REAR WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
17. DISCONNECT REAR NO.2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY Matchmark Place matchmarks on the camber adjusting cam and No. 2 suspension arm. (Scheme 60): Placing Matchmarks On Camber Adjusting Cam And No. 2 Suspension Arm Fix the bolt on the rear suspension member side, and loosen the nut labeled A. NOTE: Do not remove the nut. Fix the bolt and remove the nut labeled B. Then disconnect the rear stabilizer link and road sensing valve sensor bracket from the No. 2 suspension arm. Fix the nut and remove the bolt labeled C. Then disconnect the shock absorber's lower end from the No.2 suspension arm. (Scheme 61): Locating Rear Suspension Member Bolts
18. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL Loosen the lock nut. NOTE: Do not remove the lock nut. Remove the 3 nuts. (Scheme 62): Locating Lock Nut Remove the 2 bolts and shock absorber with coil spring. (Scheme 63): Locating Shock Absorber Bolts

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

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1. INSTALL REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH Install the shock absorber to the lower suspension arm. Rotate the suspension support so that the rod and a bolt on the suspension support are aligned with the lower shock absorber as shown in the illustration. Remove SST. SST 09727-30021 HINT: After removing the SST, recheck the direction of the suspension support. (Scheme 64): Aligning Lower Shock Absorber
2. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING Temporarily install the spring support reinforcement with the 3 nuts. (Scheme 65): Identifying Spring Support Reinforcement Nuts Install the 2 bolts. Torque: 18 N*m (184 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 66): Locating Bolts
3. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Set the No. 2 suspension arm to the rear suspension member side. Then set the bolt and nut labeled A, and tighten the nut by hand. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut. Set the rear stabilizer link and road sensing valve sensor bracket to the No. 2 suspension arm. Then set the bolt and nut labeled B, and tighten the nut by hand. (Scheme 67): Locating Rear Suspension Member Bolts Set the shock absorber's lower end to the No. 2 suspension arm. Then set the nut and bolt labeled C, and tighten the bolt by hand. Using the bolt and nut labeled D, install the No. 1 camber adjusting cam, No. 2 camber adjusting cam and No. 2 suspension arm to the axle carrier.
4. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
5. STABILIZE SUSPENSION Lower the vehicle. Press down on the vehicle several times to stabilize the suspension.
6. TIGHTEN REAR SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING Tighten the 3 nuts. Torque: 64 N*m (650 kgf*cm, 47 ft.*lbf) Tighten the lock nut. Torque: 28 N*m (286 kgf*cm, 21 ft.*lbf) Fix the nut and tighten the bolt. Torque: 110 N*m (1,120 kgf*cm, 81 ft.*lbf) NOTE: Do not tighten the nut. (Scheme 68): Locating Spring Support Reinforcement Nuts
7. TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Fix the bolt and tighten the nuts labeled A, B and C. (Scheme 69): Locating Rear Suspension Member Bolts Torque: 30 N*m (306 kgf*cm, 22 ft.*lbf) 110 N*m (1,120 kgf*cm, 81 ft.*lbf) NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt.
8. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
9. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the rear wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S27142721482008041900000) ).

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1. DISPOSE OF REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH Fully extend the shock absorber rod, and clamp it in a vise at an angle. Using a drill and similar tool, gradually make a hole in area A and discharge the gas inside of the absorber. CAUTION: As metal debris may be blown outward by the gas, you must: (Scheme 70): Identifying Drill Area Wear protective glasses. Cover the area being cut. NOTE: The gas is colorless, odorless and harmless.

Identifying Rear Upper Control Arm Components With Torque Specifications. Scheme 71

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

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1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and disconnect the speed sensor from the rear axle carrier. Remove the nut. Using SST, disconnect the upper control arm from the axle carrier. SST 09628-00011 NOTE: Be careful not to damage the dust cover. Support the axle carrier. (Scheme 72): Disconnecting Upper Control Arm From Axle Carrier Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts, 2 washers and upper control arm. (Scheme 73): Locating Upper Control Arm Bolts And Nuts

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1. INSPECT REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. Standard turning torque: 1.0 to 3.4 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 9 to 30 in.*lbf) (Scheme 74): Checking Ball Joint Turning Torque

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

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1. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH Temporarily install the upper control arm to the frame with the 2 bolts, 2 washers and 2 nuts. Temporarily install the upper control arm ball joint axle carrier with the nut. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nuts. Connect the speed sensor to the axle carrier with the bolt. (Scheme 75): Identifying Upper Control Arm Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf)
2. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
3. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «INSTALLATION»(ref-283147-S11824451992008041900000) )
4. TIGHTEN REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH Tighten the upper control arm with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. Torque: 88 N*m (900 kgf*cm, 65 ft.*lbf) for front side labeled A 74 N*m (755 kgf*cm, 55 ft.*lbf) for rear side labeled B Tighten the ball joint nut. Torque: 108 N*m (1,100 kgf*cm, 80 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 76): Locating Upper Control Arm Bolts And Nuts
5. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the rear wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S27142721482008041900000) ).
6. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
7. CHECK SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL Check speed sensor signal (see «DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM»(ref-283150-S35591510232008041900000) ).

Identifying Toe Control Link Components With Torque Specifications. Scheme 77

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

Scheme 78

Scheme 79

1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and disconnect the rear speed sensor wire from the toe control link. Remove the nut. Using SST, disconnect the toe control link from the axle carrier. SST 09610-20012 NOTE: Be careful not to damage the dust cover. (Scheme 78): Disconnecting Toe Control Link From Axle Carrier Place matchmarks on the adjusting cam and suspension member. Remove the nut, camber adjusting cam No. 2, camber adjusting cam No. 1 and toe control link. (Scheme 79): Placing Matchmarks On Adjusting Cam And Suspension Member

Scheme 80

1. INSPECT TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. Standard turning torque: 1.0 to 3.4 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 9 to 30 in.*lbf) (Scheme 80): Checking Turning Torque

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

Scheme 81

1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Align the matchmarks on the adjusting cam and suspension member. Temporarily install the nut, camber adjusting cam No. 2, camber adjusting cam No. 1 and toe control link. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nuts. (Scheme 81): Aligning Matchmarks On Adjusting Cam And Suspension Member Connect the toe control link to the axle carrier with the nut. Torque: 59 N*m (600 kgf*cm, 44 ft.*lbf) Connect the rear speed sensor wire to the toe control link with the bolt. Torque: 5.4 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf)
2. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
3. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «INSTALLATION»(ref-283147-S11824451992008041900000) )
4. TIGHTEN TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Tighten the nut. Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf)
5. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
6. INSPECT REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect the rear wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S27142721482008041900000) ).

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

Scheme 82

1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament. (Scheme 82): Identifying Suspension Arm
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and suspension arm.

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Temporarily install the suspension arm with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nuts.
2. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
3. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «INSTALLATION»(ref-283147-S11824451992008041900000) )
4. TIGHTEN REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Tighten the 2 bolt and 2 nuts. Torque: 75 N*m (765 kgf*cm, 55 ft.*lbf)
5. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

Scheme 83

Scheme 84

Scheme 85

Scheme 86

1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the stabilizer link and the height control link from the rear No. 2 suspension arm. (Scheme 83): Locating Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the shock absorber from the rear No. 2 suspension arm. (Scheme 84): Locating Shock Absorber Nut Place matchmarks on the adjusting cam and rear No. 2 suspension arm. Remove the nut, camber adjusting cam No. 2 and camber adjusting cam No. 1. Then disconnect the rear No. 2 suspension arm from the axle carrier. (Scheme 85): Placing Matchmarks On Adjusting Cam And Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm Remove the bolt, nut, washer and rear No. 2 suspension arm. (Scheme 86): Locating Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm Bolt And Nut

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (see «SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS»(ref-283151-S16561122892008041900000) ).

Scheme 87

1. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Temporarily install the rear No. 2 suspension arm to the suspension member with the bolt, washer and nut. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut. Install the nut, No. 2 camber adjusting cam and No. 1 camber adjusting cam. Align the matchmarks on the adjusting cam and rear No. 2 suspension arm. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut. Connect the shock absorber to the rear No. 2 suspension arm with the bolt and nut. HINT: After stabilizing the suspension, tighten the nut. Connect the stabilizer link and the height control sensor link to the rear suspension arm No. 2 LH with the bolt and nut. (Scheme 87): Aligning Matchmarks On Adjusting Cam And Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm
2. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
3. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (See «INSTALLATION»(ref-283147-S11824451992008041900000) )
4. TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH Tighten the bolt and nut to the suspension member. Torque: 110 N*m (1,120 kgf*cm, 81 ft.*lbf) Fix the nut and tighten the bolt to the shock absorber. Torque: 110 N*m (1,120 kgf*cm, 81 ft.*lbf) NOTE: Do not tighten the nut. Tighten the bolt to the stabilizer link. Torque: 30 N*m (306 kgf*cm, 22 ft.*lbf)
5. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
6. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT Inspect and adjust the rear wheel alignment (see «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-283147-S27142721482008041900000) ).

Identifying Rear Stabilizer Bar Components With Torque Specifications. Scheme 88

HINT

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

Scheme 89

Scheme 90

Scheme 91

1. REMOVE WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 10 bolts and ornament.
2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL Remove the 5 nuts and wheel.
3. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Remove the bolt and nut from the rear No. 2 suspension arm. Remove the nut and stabilizer link from the stabilizer bar. (Scheme 89): Locating Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm Bolt And Nut
4. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER BAR Remove the 4 bolts and 4 nuts, and disconnect the exhaust pipe. Remove the 8 bolts and rear end body mounting set plate. (Scheme 90): Locating Exhaust Pipe Bolts And Nuts Remove the 4 bolts and 2 stabilizer bar brackets and stabilizer bar from the suspension member. Remove the 2 bushes from the stabilizer bar. (Scheme 91): Locating Stabilizer Bar Brackets Bolts

Scheme 92

1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn. Standard turning torque: 0.05 to 1.0 N*m (0.5 10 kgf*cm, 0.4 to 9 in.*lbf) (Scheme 92): Checking Turning Torque

Scheme 93

1. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER BAR Install the 2 bushes to the stabilizer bar. Install the stabilizer bar to the suspension member with the 2 stabilizer brackets and 4 bolts. Torque: 18 N*m (185 kgf*cm, 13 ft.*lbf)
2. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Install the stabilizer link to the rear No.2 suspension arm with the bolt and nut. Torque: 65 N*m (663 kgf*cm, 48 ft.*lbf) Install the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar with the nut. Torque: 30 N*m (305 kgf*cm, 22 ft.*lbf) Install the rear bumper side extension with the 8 bolts. Torque: 56 N*m (570 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf) (Scheme 93): Locating Rear No. 2 Suspension Arm Bolt And Nut Connect the exhaust pipe with the 4 bolts and 4 nuts. Torque: 43 N*m (438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf)
3. INSTALL REAR WHEEL Install the wheel with the 5 nuts. Torque: 103 N*m (1,050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
4. INSTALL WHEEL HUB ORNAMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY Install the ornament with the 10 bolts. Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)