REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER (for AWD) INSTALLATION


  1. INSTALL STUD BOLT (for LH Side)


    1. A01EJZPE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Socket Wrench
      *2 Turn

      Using SST and a socket wrench (21 mm), install the stud bolt.

      SST
      09817-33190
      Torque:
      180 N*m  { 1839 kgf*cm, 133 ft.*lbf }

  2. INSTALL STUD BOLT (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  3. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 BODY MOUNTING BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EKRPE01

      Temporarily install the rear No. 2 body mounting bracket sub-assembly LH with the 2 bolts (A) and bolt (B).

      Note

      Two types of bolts are used. Install each bolt to the correct position.

  4. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 BODY MOUNTING BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  5. INSTALL HOLE PLUG


    1. Install the 6 hole plugs.

  6. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING FRONT CUSHION (for LH Side)


    1. A01EKH9

      Temporarily install a new rear suspension member body mounting front cushion while confirming the installation direction.

    2. Using SST, install the rear suspension member body mounting front cushion until there is no clearance between the suspension member sub- assembly and the rear suspension member body mounting front cushion.

      A01EKG2E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Turn *2 Hold
      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note


      • Tighten SST slowly and evenly.

      • Apply a small amount of grease to the threads of SST (center bolt) before use.

      • Install the side marked "F" of SST to the body mounting cushion.

  7. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING FRONT CUSHION (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  8. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING REAR CUSHION (for LH Side)


    1. A01ELR7

      Temporarily install a new rear suspension member body mounting rear cushion while confirming the installation direction.

    2. A01EL69E02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Turn
      *2 Hold

      Using SST, install the rear suspension member rear body mounting cushion until there is no clearance between the suspension member sub-assembly and the rear suspension member body mounting rear cushion.

      SST
      09830-36010
      09515-21010

      Note


      • Tighten SST slowly and evenly.

      • Apply a small amount of grease to the threads of SST (center bolt) before use.

  9. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER BODY MOUNTING REAR CUSHION (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  10. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION


    1. Using SST, install a new rear No. 1 differential mount cushion.

      A01EJCTE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protrusion - -
      SST
      09570-24011
      (A)
      5.0 to 6.0 mm (0.197 to 0.236 in.)
      (B)
      +/- 3°

      Note


      • Install the rear No. 1 differential mount cushion so that the protrusion is positioned upward.

      • Install the rear No. 1 differential mount cushion within +/- 3° from the center.

      • Temporarily install the rear No. 1 differential mount cushion to the rear suspension member before installing SST to prevent the rear No. 1 differential mount cushion from being tilted.

      • Apply grease to the threads of the SST bolts before use.

      • Be sure to use SST in the correct combination.

      • Do not set SST in the wrong direction.

      • Make sure that SST contacts the entire rear No. 1 differential mount cushion seating surface.

      • Do not slant the SST bolts.

      • Tighten the 2 SST bolts equally into the 2 rear No. 1 differential mount cushion holes.

  11. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION


    1. Using SST, install a new rear No. 2 differential mount cushion.

      A01EMRBE01
      SST
      09570-24011
      (A)
      5.0 to 6.0 mm (0.197 to 0.236 in.)
      (B)
      +/- 3°

      Note


      • Install the rear No. 2 differential mount cushion within +/- 3° from the center.

      • Temporarily install the rear No. 2 differential mount cushion to the rear suspension member before installing SST to prevent the rear No. 2 differential mount cushion from being tilted.

      • Apply grease to the threads of the SST bolts before use.

      • Be sure to use SST in the correct combination.

      • Do not set SST in the wrong direction.

      • Make sure that SST contacts the entire rear No. 2 differential mount cushion seating surface.

      • Do not slant the SST bolts.

  12. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY WITH DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT


    1. A01ELZF

      Temporarily install the rear differential carrier assembly with differential support to the rear side of the rear suspension member assembly with the 3 rear mounting bolts.

    2. A01EKAZ

      Temporarily install the rear differential carrier assembly with differential support to the front side of the rear suspension member assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Tech Tips

      The nuts have tabs to prevent them from rotating.

  13. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY WITH DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT

    Note

    Do not tighten the bolts with the inner cylinder or rear differential mount cushion tilted.


    1. A01ELZF

      Install the rear differential carrier assembly with differential support to the rear side of the rear suspension member assembly with the 3 rear mounting bolts.

      Torque:
      95 N*m  { 970 kgf*cm, 70 ft.*lbf }
    2. A01EKAZ

      Install the rear differential carrier assembly with differential support to the front side of the rear suspension member assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      114 N*m  { 1162 kgf*cm, 84 ft.*lbf }

      Tech Tips

      The nuts have tabs to prevent them from rotating.

  14. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EK2NE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Identification Mark

      Temporarily install the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH to the rear suspension member with the bolt and the nut.

      Note


      • Ensure that the identification mark faces the rear side of the vehicle.

      • Since a stopper nut is used, temporarily tighten the bolt.

    2. A01EKANE01

      Set the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH in the tightening position shown in the illustration.

      Standard angle (A)
      7°36' (7.6°)
      Standard length (B)
      49.7 mm (1.96 in.)
    3. A01EMQI

      Fully tighten the bolt in the tightening position.

      Torque:
      80 N*m  { 816 kgf*cm, 59 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Since a stopper nut is used, temporarily tighten the bolt.

  15. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  16. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER


    1. A01EM7OE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Wooden Block
      *2 Jack

      Support the rear suspension member using a jack and 3 wooden blocks as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      Support the rear suspension member until retightening of the suspension member is complete.

      Tech Tips

      Use properly sized wooden blocks to keep the jack and suspension member level.

    2. Raise the rear suspension member using a jack with wooden blocks.

      Note

      When raising the rear suspension member, be careful not to damage the vehicle body or other components installed on the vehicle.

    3. Temporarily install the rear suspension member, 2 rear upper suspension member stoppers and rear lower suspension member stopper retainers with the 2 nuts (A), 2 nuts (B) and 2 bolts.

      A01EK67E01

      Note

      Be sure to install the rear suspension member with the rear upper suspension member stoppers and the rear lower suspension member stopper retainers in the correct direction shown in the illustration.

    4. Fully tighten the 2 nuts (A).

      Torque:
      115 N*m  { 1173 kgf*cm, 85 ft.*lbf }

      Tech Tips

      Fully tighten the nut (B) after fully tightening the rear No. 2 body mounting bracket sub-assembly in the following steps.

  17. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 BODY MOUNTING BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Lightly shake the rear suspension member to settle the body mounting cushion in the rear No. 2 body mounting bracket sub-assembly.

    2. A01EM9W

      Fully tighten the 3 bolts.

      Torque:
      90 N*m  { 918 kgf*cm, 66 ft.*lbf }

  18. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 BODY MOUNTING BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  19. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER


    1. A01EJB2E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Fulcrum Length
      *2 Turn
      *3 Hold

      Using SST and a socket wrench (19 mm), fully tighten the 2 nuts.

      SST
      09961-00950
      Torque:
      without SST
      96 N*m  { 979 kgf*cm, 71 ft.*lbf }
      with SST
      71 N*m  { 724 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf }

      Note


      • Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 425 mm (1.39 ft.).

      • This torque value is effective when SST is parallel to the torque wrench.

      Tech Tips

      Perform the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  20. INSTALL FRAME WIRE


    1. Engage the 6 clamps, connect the connector and the hose to install the frame wire.

      A01ELV5

      Note

      Do not twist the frame wire when installing it.

  21. INSTALL NO. 3 FLOOR WIRE


    1. A01EMKU

      Engage the clamp to install the No. 3 floor wire.

      Note

      Do not twist the No. 3 floor wire when installing it.

  22. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING LH


    1. Install a new rear drive shaft snap ring.

  23. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EIP8E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks and insert the rear drive shaft assembly to the rear axle assembly.

    2. A01EK18E02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Rear Axle Assembly

      Insert the rear drive shaft assembly to the rear differential carrier assembly while pushing the rear axle assembly towards the outside of the vehicle.

      Note

      Do not disjoint inboard of the drive shaft.

    3. A01EMIX

      Using a brass bar and a hammer, engage the rear drive shaft assembly to the rear differential carrier assembly.

      Note


      • Set the rear drive shaft snap ring with the opening facing downward.

      • Be careful not to damage the rear differential side gear shaft oil seal, rear drive shaft inboard joint boot and rear drive shaft dust cover.

      • Install the rear drive shaft assembly while keeping it level.

  24. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  25. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  26. ADD DIFFERENTIAL OIL


    1. A01EM4S

      Remove the rear differential carrier cover plug.

    2. Add differential oil Click here.

  27. INSTALL REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER COVER PLUG


    1. A01EM4S

      Using a 10 mm hexagon wrench, install a new gasket and the rear differential carrier cover plug.

      Torque:
      39 N*m  { 398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf }

  28. CONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EJKH

      Connect the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH with the bolt and the nut.

      Torque:
      112 N*m  { 1142 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Since a stopper nut is used, temporarily tighten the bolt.

  29. CONNECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  30. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EK3YE03
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Identification Mark
      *2 Rear Suspension Toe Adjust Cam Sub-assembly
      *3 No. 2 Camber Adjust Cam

      Temporarily tighten the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly LH to the rear suspension member with the rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly, the No. 2 camber adjust cam and the nut (B).

      Note

      Ensure that the identification mark faces the rear side of the vehicle.

      Tech Tips

      When temporarily tightening the nut, keep the rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly from rotating.

    2. Fully tighten the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly LH to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH with the bolt (A) and the nut.

      Torque:
      112 N*m  { 1142 kgf*cm, 83 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Since a stopper nut is used, fully tighten the bolt.

  31. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  32. INSTALL REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EMHJE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Identification Mark

      Temporarily install the rear strut rod assembly to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the bolt and the nut.

      Note


      • Ensure that the identification mark faces the inside of the vehicle.

      • Since a stopper nut is used, temporarily tighten the bolt.

    2. A01EJLIE01

      Set the rear strut rod assembly in the tightening position shown in the illustration.

      Standard angle (A)
      9°3' (9.04°)
      Standard length (B)
      78.3 mm (3.08 in.)
    3. A01EMHJ

      Fully tighten the bolt in the tightening position.

      Torque:
      80 N*m  { 816 kgf*cm, 59 ft.*lbf }
    4. A01EKS9

      Temporarily install the rear strut rod assembly to the body with the bolt and the nut.

    5. A01EMG6E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Fulcrum Length
      *2 Turn

      Using SST and a socket wrench (17 mm), fully tighten the bolt in the rebound position.

      SST
      09961-00950
      Torque:
      without SST
      80 N*m  { 816 kgf*cm, 59 ft.*lbf }
      with SST
      59 N*m  { 603 kgf*cm, 44 ft.*lbf }

      Note


      • Since a stopper nut is used, fully tighten the bolt.

      • Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 425 mm (1.39 ft.).

      • This torque value is effective when SST is parallel to the torque wrench.

  33. INSTALL REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  34. INSTALL REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EK0EE01

      Install the rear height control sensor sub-assembly with the 3 nuts.

      Torque:
      Nut (A)
      8.0 N*m  { 82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf }
      Nut (B)
      5.4 N*m  { 55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf }

    2. Connect the connector.

  35. INSTALL NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EKY9

      Install the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly with the bolt.

      Torque:
      6.0 N*m  { 61 kgf*cm, 53 in.*lbf }
    2. A01EMOS

      Install the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly with the 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      6.0 N*m  { 61 kgf*cm, 53 in.*lbf }

  36. INSTALL NO. 2 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly.

  37. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH


    1. Clean the threaded parts on the drive shaft and axle shaft nut using a non-residue solvent.

      Note


      • Be sure to perform this work for a new drive shaft.

      • Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign objects.

    2. A01EIOJ

      Install a new rear axle shaft nut.

      Torque:
      294 N*m  { 2998 kgf*cm, 217 ft.*lbf }

    3. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the rear axle shaft nut.

  38. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  39. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. A01EIPP

      Install the rear speed sensor LH to the rear shock absorber with coil spring with the bolt.

      Torque:
      8.0 N*m  { 82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf }

      Note

      Do not twist the rear speed sensor wire when installing it.

    2. A01EK0H

      Install the rear speed sensor LH to the rear axle carrier sub-assembly with the bolt.

      Torque:
      8.5 N*m  { 87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf }

      Note


      • Keep the rear speed sensor tip and sensor installation hole free from foreign matter.

      • Do not twist the rear speed sensor wire when installing it.

  40. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  41. TEMPORARILY TIGHTEN PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EK8YE01

      Remove SST from the transfer.

      SST
      09325-20010

    2. Install the propeller with center bearing shaft assembly.

      Note


      • Be careful not to damage the oil seal.

      • Be careful not to damage the universal joint boot when installing the propeller shaft.

    3. A01EMABE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks on the rear propeller shaft and electromagnetic control coupling assembly and install the 4 nuts and 4 washers temporarily.

      Note

      Do not allow grease to adhere to be bolts or washers.

    4. A01EM4R

      Temporarily install the propeller with center bearing shaft assembly with the 4 bolts, 2 No. 1 center support bearing washers and 2 No. 2 center support bearing washers.

      Note


      • Reuse the washers.

      • Do not allow grease to adhere to be bolts or washers.

    5. A01EJS9E01

      Fully tighten the 4 nuts.

      Torque:
      37 N*m  { 379 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf }

  42. FULLY TIGHTEN PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY

    SST
    09370-50010

    1. Remove the piece of cloth or equivalent from the universal joint.

    2. Depress the brake pedal and hold it.

    3. A01EKBT

      Using a hexagon wrench (6 mm), tighten the 6 bolts.

      Torque:
      26 N*m  { 265 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf }
    4. A01EK2SE01

      With the vehicle unloaded, adjust the dimension between the rear side of the cover and shaft as shown in the illustration.

      Length A
      65.5 to 70.5 mm (2.579 to 2.776 in.)
    5. A01EJ81E02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 No. 1 Center Support Bearing Assembly
      *2 No. 2 Center Support Bearing Assembly

      With the vehicle unloaded, adjust the front and rear dimensions between the edge surface of the center support bearing and the edge surface of the cushion respectively as shown in the illustration, and then tighten the bolts.

      Length A
      11.5 to 13.5 mm (0.453 to 0.532 in.)

    6. Check that the center line of the bracket is at a right angle to the shaft axial direction.

    7. A01EM4R

      Fully tighten the 4 bolts.

      Torque:
      37 N*m  { 375 kgf*cm, 27 ft.*lbf }

  43. INSTALL NO. 1 FLOOR UNDER COVER


    1. A01EKRT

      Install the No. 1 floor under cover with the 5 clips.

  44. INSPECT AND ADJUST TRANSFER OIL


    1. Inspect and adjust the transfer oil Click here.

  45. INSTALL CENTER EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY


    1. Install the center exhaust pipe assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Refer to the instructions for Installation of the exhaust pipe Click here.

  46. INSPECT FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAK

  47. INSTALL REAR WHEELS

    Torque:
    103 N*m  { 1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf }

  48. STABILIZE SUSPENSION


    1. Lower the vehicle to the ground.

    2. Bounce the vehicle up and down at the corners to stabilize the rear suspension.

  49. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01EKQQE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks on the adjust cams and rear suspension member sub-assembly.

    2. Fully tighten the nut.

      Torque:
      100 N*m  { 1020 kgf*cm, 74 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      The final torque must be applied under standard vehicle height conditions.

      Tech Tips

      When fully tightening the nut, keep the rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly from rotating.

  50. FULLY TIGHTEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as the LH side.

  51. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT


    1. Inspect and adjust the rear wheel alignment Click here.

  52. CHECK FOR SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL


    1. Check for the speed sensor signal Click here.

  53. HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SIGNAL INITIALIZATION


    1. Initialize the height control sensor signal Click here.

  54. INSPECT AND ADJUST HEADLIGHT AIMING


    1. Inspect and adjust the headlight aiming Click here.