Rear Suspension

Rear Crossmember

REMOVAL

CAUTION: Do not apply excessive tension to the ABS wheel speed sensor harness.

1) Separate the front exhaust pipe from the rear exhaust pipe.
2) Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
3) Remove the rear differential.
4) Place a transmission jack under the rear cross-member.





5) Remove the bolts securing the crossmember to the vehicle body, and remove the crossmember.





6) Scribe an alignment mark on the rear lateral link cam bolt and crossmember.
7) Remove the front and rear lateral links by loosening the nuts.

INSTALLATION
1) Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE:
^ Discard the removed self-locking nut and replace it with a new part.
^ Tighten the nut with the bolt head secured when installing the adjusting bolt.

2) Install the rear differential.
3) Always tighten bushings with wheels in full contact with the ground and the vehicle at curb weight.
4) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

INSPECTION
Inspect the removed parts for wear and damage. Repair or replace if defective.