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Differential Mount: Service and Repair

DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION

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REMOVAL
1. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY
2. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH
3. REMOVE REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE
4. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY LH
5. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER PROTECTOR RH
6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

NOTICE: After the engine switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately 6 minutes to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 6 minutes or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

7. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
8. REMOVE FLOOR NO. 1 UNDER COVER
9. REMOVE PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the rear propeller with center bearing shaft assembly.
10. DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL OIL
11. INSPECT REAR UPPER NO. 1 CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT RATTLE
12. INSPECT REAR UPPER NO. 2 CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT RATTLE
13. INSPECT REAR NO. 1 CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT RATTLE
14. INSPECT TOE CONTROL LINK BALL JOINT RATTLE
15. REMOVE LOAD SENSING VALVE SENSOR BRACKET LH
16. REMOVE LOAD SENSING VALVE SENSOR BRACKET RH (for Air Suspension)
17. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE LH
18. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE RH
19. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT LH NUT
20. REMOVE REAR AXLE SHAFT RH NUT
21. REMOVE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE (for RH Side)
22. REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR LH
23. REMOVE REAR SPEED SENSOR RH
24. REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING HOLE PLUG
25. DISCONNECT REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH
26. DISCONNECT REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY RH
27. REMOVE REAR DISC
28. REMOVE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
29. REMOVE NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
30. REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING SCREW SET
31. REMOVE NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY LH
32. REMOVE NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY LH
33. REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SHOE LEVER
34. REMOVE CABLE SUPPORT BRACKET
35. DISCONNECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH
36. DISCONNECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH
37. DISCONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for Coil Suspension)
38. DISCONNECT PNEUMATIC CYLINDER WITH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for Air Suspension)
39. DISCONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY RH (for Coil Suspension)
40. DISCONNECT PNEUMATIC CYLINDER WITH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY RH (for Air Suspension)
41. DISCONNECT REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
42. DISCONNECT REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH
43. DISCONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
44. DISCONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH
45. DISCONNECT TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
46. DISCONNECT TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
47. DISCONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 1 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH
48. DISCONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 1 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH
49. DISCONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 2 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH
50. DISCONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 2 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH
51. REMOVE REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
52. REMOVE REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSEMBLY RH





53. REMOVE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY WITH DRIVE SHAFT
(a) Support the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) with a transmission jack.

CAUTION:
^ As the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) is very heavy, securely support it with the transmission jack.
^ Perform this procedure with several people supporting the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) so that it does not tilt or fall.

(b) Using SST or a 12 mm socket hexagon wrench, remove the 3 bolts (A) from the rear No. 1 and No. 2 differential mount cushions.
SST 09249-63010
(c) Remove the 2 bolts (B).
(d) Slowly lower the transmission jack. Then remove the rear differential mount stopper upper and lower, and rear differential carrier assembly from the rear suspension member.

NOTICE:
^ Do not drop the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft).
^ When removing the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft), do not damage the installation surface.

54. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Support the rear suspension member with an engine lift and attachments.

CAUTION:
^ As the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) is very heavy, securely support it with the transmission jack.
^ Perform this procedure with several people supporting the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) so that it does not tilt or fall.





(b) Removing the parking brake actuator harness and release cable.
(1) Disconnect the trunk interior's parking brake actuator grommet and connector.





(2) Remove the clamps shown in the illustration.





(3) Remove the 2 nuts, and the release cable.





(c) For Normal Package
(1) Remove the 4 bolts. Then remove the 2 rear suspension member stopper lowers, and the 2 differential support member stopper lowers.





(d) For Sports Package
(1) Remove the 8 bolts. Then remove the rear suspension member stopper lower RH and LH, and the 2 differential support member stopper lowers.
(e) Lower the engine lift slowly, and remove the rear suspension member.





55. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER DAMPER
(a) Remove the 3 bolts, and the rear suspension member damper.
56. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION
(a) Pass SST bolts through the area shown in the illustration, and remove the mount cushion No. 1.
SST 09316-12010, 09570-24011





NOTICE:
^ When removing the mount cushion No. 1, do not allow the rear suspension member to contact SST (09316-12010).
^ Before using SST bolts, apply hypoid gear oil to their threads.
^ Be sure to combine SST properly.
^ Do not install SST bolts at an angle.
^ Make sure SST bolts are tightened equally.

57. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION
(a) Pass SST bolt through the area shown in the illustration, and remove the mount cushion No. 2.
SST 09316-12010, 09570-24011





NOTICE:
^ When removing the mount cushion No. 2, do not allow the rear suspension member to contact SST (09316-12010).
^ Before using SST bolt, apply hypoid gear oil to its threads.
^ Be sure to combine SST properly.
^ Do not install SST bolts at an angle.

INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION
(a) Pass SST bolts through the area shown in the illustration, and install the mount cushion No. 1.
SST 09570-24011





NOTICE:
^ Make sure the mount cushion installation angle misalignment is not over ± 3.
^ Make sure the mount cushion is not at an angle by first temporarily installing the mount cushion to the member before installing SST.
^ Before using SST bolts, apply hypoid gear oil to their threads.
^ Be sure to combine SST properly.
^ Confirm that SST contacts the entire seat surface of the mount cushion.
^ Do not install SST bolts at an angle.
^ Make sure SST bolts are tightened equally.

2. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION
(a) Pass SST bolt through the area shown in the illustration, and install the mount cushion No. 2.
SST 09570-24011





NOTICE:
^ Make sure the mount cushion installation angle misalignment is not over ± 3.
^ Make sure the mount cushion is not at an angle by first temporarily installing the mount cushion to the member before installing SST.
^ Before using SST bolt, apply hypoid gear oil to their threads.
^ Be sure to combine SST properly.
^ Confirm that SST contacts the entire seat surface of the mount cushion.
^ Do not install SST bolts at an angle.





3. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER DAMPER
(a) Install the rear suspension member damper with the 3 bolts.
Torque: 25 N*m (255 kgf*cm, 18 ft.*lbf)
4. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Support the rear suspension member with an engine lift and attachments.

CAUTION:
^ As the rear suspension member is very heavy, securely support it with an engine lifter with attachments.
^ Perform this procedure with several people supporting the rear suspension member so that it does not tilt or fall.

(b) Slowly raise the engine lift so that the rear suspension member is at its installation position.





(c) For Normal Package
(1) Install the 2 rear suspension member stopper lowers, and the 2 differential support member stopper lowers with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 127 N*m (1300 kgf*cm, 94 ft.*lbf)





(d) For Sports Package
(1) Install the 2 rear suspension member stopper lower LH and RH, and the 2 differential support member stopper lowers with the 8 bolts.
Torque:
A 127 N*m (1300 kgf*cm, 94 ft.*lbf)
B 19 N*m (195 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf)





(e) Connecting the harness and cable of the parking brake unit.
(1) Connect the cable with the 2 nuts.
Torque: 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf)





(2) Connect the clamps shown in the illustration.





(3) Connect the trunk interior's parking brake actuator grommet and connector.
5. INSTALL REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY WITH DRIVE SHAFT
(a) Place the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) on a transmission jack.

CAUTION:
^ As the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) is very heavy, securely support it with the transmission jack.
^ Perform this procedure with several people supporting the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft) so that it does not tilt or fall.

(b) Slowly raise the transmission jack so that the rear differential carrier (with drive shaft) is at its installation position.

NOTICE: When installing the rear differential carrier assembly (with drive shaft), do not damage the installation surface.





(c) Temporarily install the mount stopper upper and lower with 2 new bolts (B).
(d) Temporarily install 2 new bolts (A).
(e) Temporarily install a new bolt (C).
(f) Using SST and a 12 mm socket hexagon wrench, tighten the 2 bolts (A).
SST 09249-63010
Torque:
without SST 142 N*m (1450 kgf*cm, 105 ft.*lbf)
with SST 103 N*m (1054 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)

NOTICE:
^ Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 400 mm (16 in.)
^ Tighten the bolts so that they do not interfere with the bolt holes of the mount cushions.

(g) Using SST and a 12 mm socket hexagon wrench, tighten the bolt (C).
SST 09249-63010
Torque:
without SST 142 N*m (1450 kgf*cm, 105 ft.*lbf)
with SST 103 N*m (1054 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)

NOTICE:
^ Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 400 mm (16 in.)
^ Tighten the bolts so that they do not interfere with the bolt holes of the mount cushions.

(h) Tighten the 2 bolts (B).
Torque: 127 N*m (1300 kgf*cm, 94 ft.*lbf)

NOTICE: Make sure that the mount stop upper and lower are not shifted or tilted.

6. INSTALL REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY LH
7. INSTALL REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY RH
8. CONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 1 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH
9. CONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 1 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH
10. CONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 2 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH
11. CONNECT REAR UPPER NO. 2 CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH
12. TEMPORARILY CONNECT REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM LH
13. TEMPORARILY CONNECT REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM RH
14. CONNECT TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
15. CONNECT TOE CONTROL LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY RH
16. CONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
17. CONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH
18. TEMPORARILY CONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for Coil Suspension)
19. TEMPORARILY CONNECT PNEUMATIC CYLINDER WITH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for Air Suspension)
20. TEMPORARILY CONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY RH (for Coil Suspension)
21. TEMPORARILY CONNECT PNEUMATIC CYLINDER WITH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY RH (for Air Suspension)
22. CONNECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH
23. CONNECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY RH
24. INSTALL CABLE SUPPORT BRACKET
25. APPLY HIGH TEMPERATURE GREASE
26. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SHOE LEVER
27. INSTALL NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY LH
28. INSTALL NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLY LH
29. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING SCREW SET
30. INSTALL NO. 1 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
31. INSTALL NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETURN TENSION SPRING
32. CHECK PARKING BRAKE INSTALLATION
33. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH
34. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH
35. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING LOOSENESS
36. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB RUNOUT
37. INSTALL REAR DISC
38. ADJUST PARKING BRAKE SHOE CLEARANCE
39. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING HOLE PLUG
40. CONNECT REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH
41. CONNECT REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY RH
42. INSTALL PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE (for RH side)
43. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR LH
44. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR RH
45. STAKE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH
46. STAKE REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH
47. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (for Coil Suspension)
48. STABILIZE SUSPENSION (for Air Suspension)
49. TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
50. TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH
51. TIGHTEN REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH (for Coil Suspension)
52. TIGHTEN PNEUMATIC CYLINDER WITH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY RH (for Air Suspension)
53. TIGHTEN REAR SHOCK ABSORBER RH (for Coil Suspension)
54. TIGHTEN PNEUMATIC CYLINDER WITH REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY RH (for Air Suspension)
55. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE LH
56. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BRACE RH
57. CONNECT LOAD SENSING VALVE SENSOR BRACKET LH
58. CONNECT LOAD SENSING VALVE SENSOR BRACKET RH
59. INSTALL FLOOR NO. 1 UNDER COVER
60. INSTALL PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY
(a) Install the propeller with center bearing shaft assembly.
61. ADD DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(a) Add differential oil.
62. CHECK DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(a) Check differential oil.
63. INSTALL REAR WHEEL
(a) Install the rear wheels.
Torque: 140 N*m (1428 kgf*cm, 103 ft.*lbf)
64. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM COVER ASSEMBLY LH
65. INSTALL REAR FLOOR FINISH PLATE
66. INSTALL DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH
67. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY
68. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
69. INSTALL COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER PROTECTOR RH
70. CHECK SUSPENSION CONTROL SYSTEM (for Air Suspension)
(a) Check the suspension control system.
71. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
(a) Inspect and adjust rear wheel alignment.
72. CHECK ABS SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
(a) Check speed sensor signal.
73. PERFORM INITIALIZATION
(a) Perform initialization.

NOTICE: Certain systems need to be initialized after disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

74. VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT
75. PREPARATION FOR HEADLIGHT AIMING (Using a screen)
76. HEADLIGHT AIMING INSPECTION
77. HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT






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