Trailing Arm - Upper

Trailing Arm - Upper





Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

CAUTION: Do not tighten the upper arm-to-frame bolt or upper arm-to-knuckle bolt until the installation procedure is complete and the weight of the vehicle is resting on the wheel and tire assemblies.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the upper trailing arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb-ft).
3. Remove and discard the upper trailing arm-to-frame bolt and flagnut.
^ To install, tighten to 275 Nm (203 lb-ft).

4. NOTE: After removal of the upper trailing arm, inspect the knuckle bushing for excessive wear or damage and replace if necessary.

Remove the upper trailing arm.

5. CAUTION: Do not tighten the upper arm-to-frame bolt or upper arm-to-knuckle bolt until the installation procedure is complete and the weight of the vehicle is resting on the wheel and tire assemblies.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.