Rear Suspension

INSTALLATION





1. Install the stabilizer bar and install the bushings and bolts (1).
2. Tighten the bolts to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).





3. Position the suspension knuckle assemblies back into position onto the crossmember.
4. Install the toe link cam bolts (1) at the cradle.
5. Tighten the bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).





6. Install the upper link bolts (2) at the cradle.
7. Tighten the bolts to 90 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).





8. Install the lower link bolts (5 and 6) at the cradle.
9. Tighten the bolts to 90 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).





10. Install the stabilizer link nuts (2).
11. Tighten the nuts to 58 Nm (43 ft. lbs.).





12. Support the rear cradle assembly (1) with a suitable lifting device and position back into the vehicle.
13. Install the cradle bolts (2 and 3):
a. Tighten the front bolt (2) first to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
b. Tighten the rear bolt (3) next to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).





14. Install the trailing link (1) bushing bolts (2 and 3):
a. Tighten the inboard bolt (3) first to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
b. Tighten the outboard bolt (2) next to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).





15. Install the lower strut bolts (1).
16. Tighten the bolts to 99 Nm 73 ft. lbs.).





17. If equipped, install the rear half shafts.
18. Install the nuts (3) and washers (4).
19. Tighten the nuts to 244 Nm (180 ft. lbs.).
20. Install new cotter pins (2).





21. Install the rear drive module (1), .
22. Install the wheel speed sensor back, Wheel Speed Sensor - Installation.





23. Position the brake lines (3) back into place, connect the clips (2) and install the bolts (1).
24. Tighten the bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).





25. Position the brake lines (1) back into place, and install the bolts (2).
26. Tighten the bolts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).





27. Install the brake cable (2) onto the backing plate (3) and install the hair pin clip (1).





28. Connect the brake cable to the park brake lever.
29. Install the park brake shoes, Installation.
30. Check and adjust wheel alignment as necessary, Service and Repair.