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Transmission and Drivetrain: Service Precautions

GENERAL PROCEDURES (FRONT AND REAR AXLES)

Wheel and Tire Installation





1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a crisscross pattern to the following tightening torque.

Tightening torque 88.2 - 117.6 N-m (9.00 - 11.99 kgf-m, 65.06 - 86.73 ft-lbf)

Connector Disconnection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors.

Suspension Links Removal/installation
1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten them completely with the specified torque.
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