Inner Adjustment Link Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and the tire.
3. Loosen the pinch bolt on the outer adjustment link.
4. Use a block of wood at least seven inches long in order to support the following components:
^ The exhaust
^ The rear of the support assembly
5. Remove the four exhaust hangers.
6. Remove the two rear assembly bolts. Lower the support and the exhaust together.
7. Remove the cam bolt and nut. Remove the adjustment link from the support assembly.
8. Remove the inner adjustment link from the outer adjustment link noting the turns necessary for reassembly.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the inner adjustment link to the outer adjustment link. The number of turns necessary for tightening the link should equal the number of turns necessary for removing the inner adjustment link.
2. Install the inner adjustment link to the support assembly.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the following components:
^ The cam bolt

Tighten
Tighten the pinch bolt to 48 Nm (35 lb ft).

^ The washer
^ The cam nut

Tighten
Tighten the cam nut to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).

4. Raise the support assembly and the exhaust.
5. Install the two bolts that secure the support assembly to the body of the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 165 Nm (122 lb ft).

6. Install the four exhaust hangers.
7. Install the tires and the wheels.

Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (100 lb ft).

8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Inspect and set the rear toe after installing the adjustment link. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT in SUSPENSION.