REAR STRUT ROD REMOVAL

Tech Tips

  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

  2. SEPARATE NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY

    1. Remove the bolt and separate the No. 3 parking brake cable assembly from the vehicle.

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  3. REMOVE REAR STRUT ROD ASSEMBLY

    1. Support the rear axle carrier sub assembly with a jack using a wooden block.

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      *1 Jack
      *2 Wooden Block

    2. Remove the 2 bolts and separate the rear strut rod assembly (front side).

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    3. Remove the bolt, nut and rear strut rod assembly from the rear axle carrier sub-assembly.

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      Note

      When removing the bolt, keep the nut from rotating.