Trailing Arm: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure
Tools Required
^ J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.





3. Disconnect the ABS electrical harness (1).





4. Disconnect the trailing arm (1) from the knuckle.





5. Disconnect the trailing arm (1) from the trailing arm bracket.





6. Remove the trailing arm (1).

Installation Procedure





1. Connect the trailing arm (1) to the trailing arm bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the bracket bolt/screw and nut.
Tighten the bracket nut (1) to 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.).





3. Connect the trailing arm to the knuckle.
Tighten the trailing arm to knuckle nut (1) to 260 Nm (192 ft. lbs.).





4. Connect the ABS electrical harness (1).
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Wheels, Tires and Alignment.
6. Lower the vehicle.