Rear Suspension

Rear Strut

REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear seat cushion and backrest. (Sedan model)
2. Remove the strut cap of quarter trim. (Wagon model)
3. Loosen the rear wheel nuts.
4. Lift-up the vehicle, and remove rear wheels.





5. Remove the brake hose clip, and then remove the brake hose from rear strut.





6. Remove the bolts which secure the rear strut to housing.
7. Remove the nuts securing strut mount to body.

INSTALLATION
1. Secure the strut mount to vehicle body using a new self-locking nut.
Tightening torque: 20 Nm (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 ft. lbs.)
2. Secure the rear strut to housing using a new self-locking nut.
Tightening torque: 200 Nm (20.0 kgf-m, 145 ft. lbs.)
3. Install the brake hose to lower side of strut, then insert the brake hose clip.

CAUTION:
^ Check the hose clip is positioned properly.
^ Check the brake hose for twisting, or excessive tension.
^ Do not subject the ABS wheel speed sensor harness to excessive tension.

4. Lower the vehicle and tighten wheel nut.
Tightening torque: 90 Nm (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft. lbs.)
5. Install the rear seat backrest and rear seat cushion. (Sedan model)
6. Install the strut cap to rear quarter trim. (Wagon model)

NOTE: Check the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

DISASSEMBLY
For disassembly of rear strut, refer to procedures outlined under front strut as a guide.

ASSEMBLY
Refer to Front Strut as a guide for assembly procedures.

INSPECTION
Refer to Front Strut as a guide for inspection procedures.

DISPOSAL
Refer to Front Strut as a guide for disposal procedures.