Removal

   

If using a transmission jack to support a reduction gear, do not lift the vehicle too much. The center gravity of the vehicle may change and fall.

[Rerar Upper Arm - Front]

1.Remove the rear cross member.(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear Cross Member")

2.Remove the rear upper arm - front (A) after removing the bolt and nut.

Tightening torque :156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

   

Mark and remove all bolts and nuts to prevent incorrectly positioned installation.

   

Hold the bolt and remove or install the nut.

[Rear Upper Arm - Rear]

1.Remove the rear wheel and tires.(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")

2.Separate the rear wheel speed sensor bracket (A) after removing the bolt and washer.

Tightening torque :19.6 - 29.4 N·m (2.0 - 3.0 kgf·m, 14.5 - 21.7 lb·ft)

   

• Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.

• Mark and remove all bolts and nuts to prevent incorrectly positioned installation.

   

Hold the bolt and remove or install the nut.

3.Remove the rear upper arm - rear bolt (A) and nut (B).

Tightening torque :156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

   

• Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.

• Mark and remove all bolts and nuts to prevent incorrectly positioned installation.

   

Hold the bolt and remove or install the nut.

4.Remove the rear upper arm - rear (A) after removing the bolt, nut, and washer.

Tightening torque :156.9 - 176.5 N·m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb·ft)

   

• Install the transmission jack and lift up the parts to prevent the bolts and nuts from damage when installing or removing.

• Mark and remove all bolts and nuts to prevent incorrectly positioned installation.

   

Hold the bolt and remove or install the nut.

Installation

1.Install in the reverse order of removal.

2.Check the alignment.(Refer to Alignment - "Repair Procedures")

Inspection

1.Check the bushing for wear and aging.

2.Check the rear upper arm for bent or damage.

3.Check all bolts and nuts.