Link Upper

REMOVAL
1. Loosen wheel nuts. Lift-up vehicle and remove wheel.





2. Use transmission jack to support rear arm horizontally.





3. Remove bolt securing link upper to sub frame.





4. Remove bolts which secure link upper to rear arm and detach link upper.

INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal, observing the following instructions.





CAUTION:
^ Using transmission jack, support rear arm horizontally, install link upper and tighten nuts to specified torque.
^ Tighten nut when installing adjusting bolt.
^ Replace self-locking nut.

NOTE: Check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

DISASSEMBLY





Using ST, press bushing out of place.
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ASSEMBLY





1. Using ST, press bushing into place.
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CAUTION: Outer bushing has a "directional" design. Be sure to install bushing with longer inner housing side facing vehicle rear.

INSPECTION
Visually check link upper for damage or bends.