Rear Knuckle Alignment Link: Service and Repair
Adjustment Link ReplacementTools Required
^ J24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the adjustment link to lower control arm retaining nut.
4. Using J24319-B separate the adjustment link form the knuckle.
5. Support the rear support with a transmission jack.
6. Lower the rear support for access to the inner adjustment link bolt.
7. Remove the rear support mounting bolts.
8. Remove the inner adjustment link nut and bolt.
9. Remove the adjustment link assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the adjustment link to the vehicle.
2. Install the adjustment link inner bolt and nut.
3. Raise the rear support to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the rear support mounting bolts.
Tighten the rear support mounting bolts to 191 Nm (141 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the adjustment link to the lower control arm.
6. Install the adjustment link retaining nut.
Tighten the adjustment link retaining nut to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) plus an additional 180 degrees.
7. Install the tire and wheel.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Adjust the rear toe.