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Trailing Arm: Service and Repair

TRACK BAR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Support the rear axle at curb height.
3. Disconnect the park brake cable from the track bar.
4. Remove the track bar retaining nuts.
5. Remove the track bar retaining bolts.
6. Remove the track bar from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the track bar to the vehicle.
2. Install the track bar retaining bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the bolts unless the suspension is at the curb height position.

3. Install the track bar retaining nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 105 N.m (77 lb ft).

4. Install the park brake cable to the track bar.
5. Remove the rear axle support.
6. Lower the vehicle.