Rear Lower Arm
Replacement
1. Remove the rear wheel & tire (A).
Tightening torque:
88.3 - 107.9N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6lb-ft)
CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
2. Loosen the nut and then remove the rear stabilizer link (A) from the lower arm and subframe.
Tightening torque:
98.1 - 117.7N.m (10.0 - 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8lb-ft)
3. Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (A) with the rear axle.
4. Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear lower arm (A) from the sub frame.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 117.7N.m(11.0 - 12.0Kgf.m, 79.6 - 86.8lb-ft)
5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
6. Check the wheel alignment.
Inspection
1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the rear lower arm for deformation.
3. Check the coil spring and spring pad for deterioration and deformation.
4. Check for all bolts and nut.