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Suspension: Service Precautions

SUSPENSION PRECAUTION

Wheels and Tires Removal / Installation
^ The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not mentioned in this section. When a wheel is removed, retighten it to 135 N-m {10 kgf-m, 100 ft-lbf}.

Suspension Links Removal / Installation
^ Tighten any part of the suspension that uses rubber bushings only after the vehicle has been lowered and unloaded.

Note:
^ Unloaded is defined as fuel tank full; engine coolant and engine oil at specified levels; spare tire, jack and tools in designated position.

Power Steering Components Removal / Installation
^ If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected anytime during the procedure, add ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g., Dexron(R)II), bleed the fluid line, and inspect for leakage after the procedure has been completed.