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Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement (GNE)

Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement (GNE)



Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .


1

Rear Suspension Upper Control Arm Inner Fastener

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedures

Torque on nut.

Tighten

150 Nm (111 lb ft)

2

Rear Suspension Link Outer Fastener


Procedures

1. Install NEW bolt.

2. Torque on nut.


Tighten

115 Nm (85 lb ft) + 90 degrees + 15 degrees

3

Rear Axle Upper Control Arm


Procedures

1. Remove cable harness clips from control arm.

2. Use a proper jack stand to load the knuckle when tightening the fasteners.

3. After installation, check the rear alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .