Removal
REAR SUSPENSION: REAR LOWER ARM: REMOVAL
HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
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(a) Remove the nut from the axle carrier.
(b) Install SST to the rear No. 1 suspension arm as shown in the illustration.
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NOTICE:
Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the rear axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).
HINT
Use 2 SST of the same type.
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(c) Using SST, disconnect the rear No. 1 suspension arm from the rear axle carrier as shown in the illustration.
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NOTICE:
* 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.
(d) Put matchmarks on the rear suspension toe adjust cam, No. 2 camber adjust cam and rear suspension member.
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(e) Remove the nut, No. 2 camber adjust cam, rear suspension toe adjust cam and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH.
3. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH Removal
4. LOOSEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Loosen the 2 bolts of the rear No. 2 suspension arm.
NOTICE:
* Do not remove the bolts and nuts, only loosen them.
* Since a stopper nut is used, loosen the bolt.
5. DISCONNECT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Support the rear No. 2 suspension arm with a jack using a wooden block.
(b) Remove the bolt while holding the nut and disconnect the rear shock absorber.
6. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING LH Removal
7. REMOVE REAR UPPER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH Removal
8. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH
9. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Remove the bolt, nut and rear No. 2 suspension arm from the suspension member.
NOTICE:
Since a stopper nut is used, loosen the bolt.