REAR LATERAL LINK (LOWER) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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1. When working on the left side of the vehicle, disconnect the rear auto leveling sensor link. (Vehicle with discharge headlight system) (See REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

4. Inspect the rear wheel alignment. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)

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1 | Stabilizer control link lower nut
2 | Rear lateral link (lower) ball joint (See Rear Lateral Link (Lower) Ball Joint Removal Note.)
3 | Rear lateral link (lower)
4 | Dust boot (See Dust Boot Installation Note.)

Rear Lateral Link (Lower) Ball Joint Removal Note

1. Disconnect the ball joint using the SST.

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  Note
  • When removing the rear lateral link (lower) ball joint, the rear knuckle bushing may also come off. If it comes off, replace the rear knuckle.

Dust Boot Installation Note

1. Wipe the grease off the ball joint stud.

2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.

3. Install the dust boot to the ball joint using the SST.

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4. Wipe off the excess grease.