GENERAL PROCEDURES (FRONT AND REAR AXLES)

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Wheel and Tire Installation

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

Tightening torque

107.8—147.0 N·m {11.0—14.9 kgf·m, 79.6—108.4 ft·lbf}

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.

Connector Disconnection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7].)

Electronic 4WD Control System Parts

1. After servicing the electronic 4WD control system parts, verify that no DTC has been stored. Clear any DTCs remaining in the memory. (See ELECTRONIC 4WD CONTROL SYSTEM ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS.)