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Rear Subframe: Service and Repair

REAR SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

CAUTION
The part indicated by is the bolt with friction coefficient stabilizer. In removal, ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten them to the specified torque.


Pre-Removal & Post-installation Operation:





[FWD]

Removal Steps 1-3 (Part 1):





[AWD]

Removal Steps 1-3 (Part 2):





REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

[A] REAR SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL





To avoid the break hose load, fix the trailing arm assembly with a rope as shown in the figure.

INSPECTION
^ Check the crossmember for cracks or deformation.
^ Check all bolts for condition and straightness.