Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Assist Arm





Replacement

1. Remove the rear wheel & tire.

Tightening torque :
88.3 - 107.9 N.m(9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb-ft)

2. Loosen the nuts (A).

Tightening torque :
98.1 - 117.7 N.m(10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)




3. Separate the assist arm from the rear axle ball joint by using SST (09568-34000).




4. Loosen the bolts and nuts and then remove the assist arm (A) from sub frame.

Tightening torque :
137.3 - 156.9 N.m(14.0 - 16.0 kgf.m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb-ft)




5. Installation is the reverse of removal.