REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER(for AWD) INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSTALL HOLE PLUG


    1. A0027A8

      Install the 13 hole plugs to the rear suspension member sub-assembly as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      The upper and lower hole plug shapes are different.

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


    1. A0028JBC01
      *A View from Underneath
      *a Front of the Vehicle
      *b Left Side of the Vehicle
      *c 45°

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

    2. A0029KRN09

      Install SST as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09527-17011
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      Tech Tips

      Use SST with the "F" mark facing the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.

    3. A002BN5C01
      *a Turn
      *b Hold

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

      SST
      09527-17011
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is scratched, apply paint to the scratched areas of the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

    4. Remove SST from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

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


    1. A002B7CC01
      *A View from Underneath
      *a Front of the Vehicle
      *b Left Side of the Vehicle
      *c 45°

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

    2. A002AT8N02

      Install SST as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09527-17011
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      Tech Tips

      Use SST with the "F" mark facing the rear suspension member front body mounting cushion.

    3. A0028B3C01
      *a Turn
      *b Hold

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

      SST
      09527-17011
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is scratched, apply paint to the scratched areas of the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

    4. Remove SST from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  4. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNTING CUSHION LH


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      *A View from Underneath
      *a Front of the Vehicle
      *b Left Side of the Vehicle

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

    2. A0029AMN02

      Install SST as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      Tech Tips

      Use SST with the "F" mark facing the rear suspension member rear body mounting cushion LH.

    3. A0027GHC01
      *a Turn
      *b Hold

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

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is scratched, apply paint to the scratched areas of the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

    4. Remove SST from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  5. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR BODY MOUNTING CUSHION RH


    1. A0028Y9C01
      *A View from Underneath
      *a Front of the Vehicle
      *b Right Side of the Vehicle
      *c 15°

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

    2. A002C2MN02

      Install SST as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      Apply grease to the threads and tip of the SST center bolt before use.

      Tech Tips

      Use SST with the "F" mark facing the rear suspension member rear body mounting cushion RH.

    3. A002ANXC01
      *a Turn
      *b Hold

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

      SST
      09830-10010   ( 09830-01010, 09830-01020, 09830-01030, 09830-01060 )

      Note

      If the rear suspension member sub-assembly is scratched, apply paint to the scratched areas of the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

    4. Remove SST from the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  6. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION

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  7. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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  8. INSTALL REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  9. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR LH


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      Install the rear speed sensor LH with the 2 bolts and nut.

      Torque:
      Bolt
      8.0 N*m  { 82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf }
      Nut
      9.0 N*m  { 92 kgf*cm, 80 in.*lbf }

  10. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  11. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER UPPER STOPPER


    1. A002B09

      Install the 2 rear suspension member upper stoppers to the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

      Note

      Be sure to install the rear suspension member upper stoppers in the correct direction shown in the illustration.

  12. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER REAR UPPER STOPPER


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      Install the 2 rear suspension member rear upper stoppers to the rear suspension member sub-assembly.

  13. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH


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      *a Opening

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

      Note


      • Insert the bolt with the threaded end facing the rear of the vehicle.

      • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.

      • Fully tighten the bolt after stabilizing the suspension.

      • Install the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly with its opening facing downward.

  14. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  15. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      *a Engine Lifter
      *b Attachment
      *c Wooden Block
      B004057 Attachment placement location

      Support the rear suspension member sub-assembly with an engine lifter using 2 wooden blocks and 2 attachments or equivalent tools as shown in the illustration.

      CAUTION:

      Make sure to secure the rear suspension member sub-assembly to prevent it from dropping.

      Note


      • Use the attachments to keep the rear suspension member sub-assembly level.

      • The rear suspension member sub-assembly is a heavy component. Make sure that it is supported securely.

      • Keep supporting the rear suspension member sub-assembly until the installation has been completed.

    2. Install the rear suspension member sub-assembly with the 2 rear lower suspension braces, rear lower suspension member stopper LH and rear lower suspension member stopper RH, with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.

      A00282YC01
      *1 Rear Lower Suspension Brace - -
      Torque:
      Bolt
      158 N*m  { 1611 kgf*cm, 117 ft.*lbf }
      Nut
      32 N*m  { 326 kgf*cm, 24 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Be sure to install the rear suspension member sub-assembly with the rear lower suspension braces facing in the correct direction as shown in the illustration.

    3. Lower the engine lifter.

  16. INSTALL FRAME WIRE


    1. Install the frame wire to the rear suspension member sub-assembly with the bolt, each clamp and each connector as shown in the illustration.

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      Torque:
      5.0 N*m  { 51 kgf*cm, 44 in.*lbf }

      Note

      Do not twist the frame wire when installing it.

      Tech Tips

      The connector (A) and clamp (B) are only on vehicles with the LED headlight system.

  17. INSTALL REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY WITH DIFFERENTIAL SUPPORT

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  18. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING LH

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  19. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT SNAP RING RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  20. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH

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  21. INSTALL REAR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  22. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


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      Secure the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH in a vise using aluminum plates.

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

    2. Using a brass bar and a hammer, push out the bushing until it is positioned as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Pushing out the bushing makes it easier to install the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH.

    3. A002872C01
      *a Spacer
      B003Z8F Front of the Vehicle

      Temporarily install the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH with the spacer, nut (B) and 2 bolts (C).

      Note


      • Fully tighten the 2 bolts (C) after temporarily tightening the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly.

      • Fully tighten the nut (B) after stabilizing the suspension.

      • Be careful not to damage the rear drive shaft outboard joint boot.

      • Be sure to install the rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly with the spacer facing in the correct direction as shown in the illustration.

    4. Install the rear axle carrier sub-assembly LH to the rear upper control arm assembly LH with the bolt (A) and nut.

      Torque:
      145 N*m  { 1479 kgf*cm, 107 ft.*lbf }

      Note


      • Insert the bolt with the threaded end facing the rear of the vehicle.

      • Because the nut has its own stopper, do not turn the nut. Tighten the bolt with the nut secured.

  23. TEMPORARILY INSTALL REAR AXLE CARRIER SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  24. TEMPORARILY INSTALL PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY (for LH Side)

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  25. TEMPORARILY INSTALL PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  26. INSTALL REAR TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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  27. INSTALL REAR TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  28. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY (for LH Side)

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  29. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY (for RH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

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

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

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  32. INSTALL REAR LOWER SHOCK ABSORBER BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A002B5F

      Install the rear lower shock absorber bracket sub-assembly LH with the 2 bolts.

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

  33. INSTALL REAR LOWER SHOCK ABSORBER BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  34. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER BAR

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  35. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  36. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER LINK SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  37. INSTALL REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY LH

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  38. INSTALL REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  39. INSTALL REAR DISC


    1. Install the 2 rear discs.

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  40. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SHOE ADJUSTING HOLE PLUG


    1. Install the 2 parking brake shoe adjusting hole plugs.

  41. INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH

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  42. INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  43. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT LH

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  44. INSTALL REAR AXLE SHAFT NUT RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  45. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR LH

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  46. INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  47. INSTALL PROPELLER WITH CENTER BEARING SHAFT ASSEMBLY

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  48. INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY

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  49. STABILIZE SUSPENSION

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  50. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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  51. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  52. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER LH

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  53. INSTALL REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  54. INSTALL REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Height Control Sensor)

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  55. BLEED BRAKE LINE

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  56. ADJUST PARKING BRAKE

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  57. ADD DIFFERENTIAL OIL

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  58. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL

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  59. INSTALL DIFFERENTIAL INSPECTION PLUG

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  60. INSPECT FOR DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK

  61. INSTALL REAR WHEEL

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

  62. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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  63. INSTALL REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Perform the same procedure as for the LH side.

  64. INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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  65. CHECK FOR SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL

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