Coupling Rod

Coupling Rod

• As a running change in MY 2010, aluminum coupling rods were replaced by plastic coupling rods. It is not permitted to use different coupling rods on an axle.

Removing






- Disconnect connections - 1 - and - 3 -.

- Remove the coupling rod - 2 -.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• Note the installation position of the coupling rod.

• Bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited extent. Only tighten suspension screws when vehicle is in curb weight or control position.

• Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs. Refer to => [ Wheel Bearing, Lifting to Curb Weight Position ] Front Suspension.

- The bolt - 1 - for connecting the coupling rod to the stabilizer bar - 4 - must be attached to the "small" surface - 2 - of the coupling rod collar and secured with the nut - 3 -.






Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Subframe, Crossbrace, Stabilizer Bar, Coupling Rod and Subframe Shield Assembly Overview ] Subframe, Crossbrace, Stabilizer Bar, Coupling Rod and Subframe Shield Assembly Overview.

- Install the threaded connections - 1 - and - 3 - but do not tighten them.






- Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position on vehicles with coil springs, refer to => [ Wheel Bearing, Lifting to Curb Weight Position ] Front Suspension.

- Tighten connections - 1 - and - 3 -.