REAR LOWER ARM REMOVAL

PROCEDURE


  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

    Note


    • w/ Navigation System for HDD:

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

    • When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  2. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

  3. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER LH

    A005772

    1. Remove the 2 bolts and cover.

  4. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Turnbuckle Type:


      1. A0056Q7

        Remove the nut from the axle carrier.

      2. A0053WZE01
        Text in Illustration
        *1 1 mm

        Install SST to the rear No. 1 suspension arm as shown in the illustration.

        SST
        09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

        Note

        Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the rear axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).

        Tech Tips

        Use 2 SST of the same type.

      3. Using SST, disconnect the rear No. 1 suspension arm from the rear axle carrier as shown in the illustration.

        A0054XAE04
        *1 Tie the string without allowing for slack.
        *2 Turn
        *3 Place the wrench here.
        SST
        09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

        Note


        • Apply grease to the bolt threads and tip of SST.

        • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

        • Be sure to turn the part indicated in the illustration with a wrench.

        • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.

        • Be sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

      4. A0054MD

        Remove the bolt, nut and the rear No. 1 suspension arm.

        Note

        Since a stopper nut is used, loosen the bolt.

    2. for Cam Type:


      1. A0052CC

        Remove the nut from the axle carrier.

      2. A0054EOE01
        Text in Illustration
        *1 1 mm

        Install SST to the rear No. 1 suspension arm as shown in the illustration.

        SST
        09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

        Note

        Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the rear axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).

        Tech Tips

        Use 2 SST of the same type.

      3. Using SST, disconnect the rear No. 1 suspension arm from the rear axle carrier as shown in the illustration.

        A00589GE03
        *1 Tie the string without allowing for slack.
        *2 Turn
        *3 Place the wrench here.
        SST
        09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

        Note


        • Apply grease to the bolt threads and tip of SST.

        • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

        • Be sure to turn the part indicated in the illustration with a wrench.

        • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.

        • Be sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

      4. A0053EJE01
        Text in Illustration
        *a Matchmarks

        Place matchmarks on the No. 2 camber adjust cam, rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly and rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      5. Remove the nut, No. 2 camber adjust cam, rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly.

        Note

        Hold the rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly while rotating the nut.

  5. REMOVE REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY (for HID Headlight)

    Click here

  6. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH

    Click here

  7. LOOSEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

    A005856

    1. Loosen the 2 bolts of the rear No. 2 suspension arm.

      Note


      • Do not remove the bolts and nuts. Loosen them.

      • Since a stopper nut is used, loosen the bolt.

  8. DISCONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH

    A00591D

    1. Support the rear No. 2 suspension arm with a jack using a wooden block.

    2. A0052DD

      Remove the bolt while holding the nut and disconnect the rear shock absorber.

  9. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING LH

    Click here

  10. REMOVE REAR UPPER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH

    Click here

  11. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH

  12. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

    A0055FT

    1. Remove the bolt, nut and rear No. 2 suspension arm from the suspension member.

      Note

      Since a stopper nut is used, loosen the bolt.