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GROUP 34
CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . 34-2
REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS . . 34-2
INTRODUCTION TO REAR SUSPENSION
DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-2
REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS
TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY . . . . . . 34-3
SYMPTOM CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-3
SYMPTOM PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-3
SPECIAL TOOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-5
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . 34-6
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-6
UPPER ARM BALL JOINT END PLAY
CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-7
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT END
PLAY CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-7
BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK . . . . . 34-7
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY . . 34-8
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 34-8
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-10
UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . 34-11
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . 34-11
INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-13
BALL JOINT DUST COVER
REPLACEMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-14
SHOCK ABSORBER, COIL SPRING AND
LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . 34-15
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 34-15
LOWER ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENT. 34-17
STABILIZER BAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . 34-17
INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-18
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-19
TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY AND
TOE CONTROL TOWER BAR. . . . . . 34-20
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 34-20
INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-22
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST
COVER REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-22
TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . 34-23
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . 34-23
TRAILING ARM BUSHING
REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-24
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-24
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-24
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . 34-25
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . 34-25
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
M1341000100234
This is a multi-link type double wishbone indepen-
dent rear suspension. Because the left and right
wheels move independently with almost no change
in tire posture, the tires contact the ground firmly,
providing excellent steering stability as well as
improved riding comfort.
CONSTRUCTION DIAGRAM
REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS
INTRODUCTION TO REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS
M1341013100182
If the rear suspension is faulty, the vehicle will not run
straightforward or noise will occur. Incorrect wheel
alignment, malfunction of shock absorber, stabilizer
bar, coil spring, control arms or out-of-balance tires
can cause these problems.
AC000043 AB
UPPER ARM
REAR FRAME
COIL SPRING
SHOCK ABSORBER
STABILIZER BAR
LOWER ARM
TOE CONTROL ARM
TRAILING ARM
REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS
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REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING STRATEGY
M1341013200189
Use these steps to plan your diagnostic strategy. If
you follow them carefully, you will be sure that you
have exhausted most of the possible ways to find a
rear suspension fault.
1. Gather information from the customer.
2. Verify that the condition described by the
customer exists.
3. Find the malfunction by following the Symptom
Chart.
4. Verify malfunction is eliminated.
SYMPTOM CHART
M1341013500210
SYMPTOM PROCEDURES
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Squeaks or Other Abnormal Noise
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for loose rear suspension
installation bolts and nuts.
Q: Are the rear suspension installation bolts and nuts
loose?
YES : Retighten, then go to Step 6.
NO : Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check for malfunction of shock absorber
(worn bushings).
Q: Is the shock absorber (bushings) in good
condition?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
STEP 3. Check the upper arms and/or toe control
arms for deformity or damage.
Q: Are the upper arms and/or toe control arms in
good condition?
YES : Go to Step 4.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
STEP 4. Check the trailing arms for deformity or
damage.
Q: Are the trailing arms in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 5.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
STEP 5. Check the rear frame for deformations or
damage.
Q: Is the rear frame deformed or damaged?
YES : Adjust or replace it, then go to Step 6.
STEP 6. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1.
SYMPTOM INSPECTION PROCEDURE REFERENCE PAGE
Squeaks or other abnormal noise 1
P.34-3
Poor ride 2
P.34-4
Body tilting 3
P.34-4
REAR SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS
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INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: Poor Ride
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for excessive tire inflation
pressure.
Q: Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
YES : Go to Step 2.
NO : Adjust the pressure, then go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check for malfunction of shock absorber
(weak or broken springs).
Q: Is the shock absorber in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 4.
STEP 3. Check the stabilizer bar and/or stabilizer
link for deformity or damage.
Q: Is the stabilizer bar and/or stabilizer link deformed
or damaged?
YES : Go to Step 4.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: Body Tilting
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check for weak or deteriorated
bushings.
Q: Are the bushings in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 2.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
STEP 2. Check for weak or broken springs.
Q: Are the springs in good condition?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
STEP 3. Check the upper arms and/or lower arms
and/or toe control arms for deformity or damage.
Q: Are the upper arms and/or lower arms and/or toe
control arms deformed or damaged?
YES : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
NO : Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check the trailing arms for deformity or
damage.
Q: Are the trailing arms deformed or damaged?
YES : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
NO : Go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Check the rear frame for deformity or
damage.
Q: Is the rear frame deformed or damaged?
YES : Replace it, then go to Step 6.
NO : Go to Step 6.
STEP 6. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1.
SPECIAL TOOLS
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SPECIAL TOOLS
M1341000600262
TOOL TOOL NUMBER AND
NAME
SUPERSESSION APPLICATION
MB991897
Ball joint remover
MB991113-01,
MB990635-01 or General
service tool
Ball joint disconnection
NOTE: Steering linkage
puller (MB990635 or
MB991113) is also
available to disconnect
ball joint.
MB990326
Preload socket
General service tool Ball joint turning torque
check
MB990799
Ball joint dust cover
installer
MB990799-01 Upper arm ball joint dust
cover installation
MB990881
Rear suspension bushing
arbor

Lower arm bushing

removal and press-fitting
MB990800
Ball joint remover and
installer
MB990800-01 or General
service tool
Toe control arm ball joint
dust cover installation
MD998236
Output shaft bearing
installer

Trailing arm bushing

removal and press-fitting
AC106827
MB990326
MB990799
MB990881
MB990799
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT
M1341011000264
1. The front suspension, steering system and wheel and tires
must be serviced to normal condition before measuring the
wheel alignment.
2. Measure the wheel alignment with the vehicle parked on a
level surface.
Toe-in
Standard value: 3 3 mm (0.12 0.12 inch)
If toe-in is not within the standard value, adjust as follows.
1. Be sure to adjust the camber before making toe adjustment.
2. Adjust by turning the toe adjusting bolt (toe control arm
mounting bolt which faces the inside of the body).
Left wheel: Turning clockwise () toe-in
Right wheel: Turning clockwise (+) toe-in
Camber
Standard value: 0 30' (difference between right and
left wheels: less than 30')
Use the compensator to measure camber.
If camber is not within the standard value, adjust by following
procedures.
1. Adjust by turning the camber adjusting bolt of the lower arm.
Left wheel: Turning clockwise () camber
Right wheel: Turning clockwise (+) camber
2. After adjusting the camber, the toe-in should be adjusted.
ACX00733
TOE
ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
TOE
CONTROL ARM
AB
ACX00712AB
COMPENSATOR
ACX00734AB
LOWER ARM
CAMBER
ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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UPPER ARM BALL JOINT END PLAY CHECK
M1341015900021
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Move the upper arm up and down with your hands to check
for an excessive play in the axial direction of the ball joint. If
there is an excessive play, replace the upper arm ball joint.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT END PLAY
CHECK
M1341015800046
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Move the toe control arm front and rear with your hands. If
there is an excessive play, replace the toe control arm
assembly.
BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
M1341012800199
1. Inspect the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it
with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the upper
arm ball joint assembly, toe control arm ball joint assembly
or the stabilizer link.
NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible
that there may also be damage to the ball joint.
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341001000122
CAUTION

*
: Indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle on
the ground in the unladen condition.
Post-installation Operation
Parking Brake Lever Stroke Check (Refer to GROUP 36,
On-vehicle Service Parking Brake Lever Stroke Check
and Adjustment P.36-4.)
Brake fluid refilling and air bleeding (Refer to GROUP
35A, On-vehicle Service P.35A-122.)
Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment (Refer to P.34-
6.)
AC102408
1
152 25 Nm *
113 18 ft-lb *
167 19 Nm
123 14 ft-lb
213 34 Nm *
157 25 ft-lb *
2
3
4
AB
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
24
25
123 15 Nm *
91 11 ft-lb *
167 19 Nm
123 14 ft-lb
4.9 1.0 Nm
44 8 in-lb
15 2 Nm
11 2 ft-lb
88 10 Nm
65 7 ft-lb
REMOVAL STEPS
1. PROPELLER SHAFT
CONNECTION (REFER TO
GROUP 25, PROPELLER SHAFT
P.36-7.)

BRAKE FLUID DRAINING

2. BRAKE LINE CONNECTION
<<A>> 3. BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY
4. REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
CONNECTOR
5. BRAKE DISC
6. SHOE-TO-ANCHOR SPRING
(REFER TO GROUP 36, PARKING
BRAKE LINING AND DRUM P.36-
7.)
7. ADJUSTING WHEEL SPRING
(REFER TO GROUP 36, PARKING
BRAKE LINING AND DRUM P.36-
7.)
REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
.
<<A>> BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
Secure the removed caliper assembly with a wire, so that it
does not fall.
.
<<B>> LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT REMOVAL
1. Place a piece of wood at the lower arm as shown in the
illustration. Using the floor jack, compress the coil spring to
remove the lower arm mounting bolt.
2. Lower the floor jack slowly, and then remove the coil spring.
.
8. ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY (REFER
TO GROUP 36, PARKING BRAKE
LINING AND DRUM P.36-7.)
9. STRUT (REFER TO GROUP 36,
PARKING BRAKE LINING AND
DRUM P.36-7.)
10. SHOE-TO-SHOE SPRING
(REFER TO GROUP 36, PARKING
BRAKE LINING AND DRUM P.36-
7.)
11. SHOE HOLD-DOWN CUP (REFER
TO GROUP 36, PARKING BRAKE
LINING AND DRUM P.36-7.)
12. SHOE HOLD-DOWN PIN (REFER
TO GROUP 36, PARKING BRAKE
LINING AND DRUM P.36-7.)
13. SHOE AND LINING ASSEMBLY
(REFER TO GROUP 36, PARKING
BRAKE LINING AND DRUM P.36-
7.)
14. PARKING BRAKE CABLE
CONNECTION
15. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING
BOLT
<<B>> >>A<< 16. LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT
17. SPRING UPPER PAD
>>A<< 18. COIL SPRING
19. SPRING LOWER PAD
<<C>> 20. BOLT ASSEMBLY (CAMBER
ADJUSTING BOLT)
21. LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY
22. TRAILING ARM MOUNTING NUT
23. STOPPER
<<D>> 24. CROSSMENBER MOUNTING
NUT
25. REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
AC204512AB
PIECE OF
WOOD
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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<<C>> BOLT ASSEMBLY (CAMBER ADJUSTING BOLT)
REMOVAL
Make the mating marks to the bracket and the camber adjust-
ing bolt, and then remove the camber adjusting bolt.
.
<<D>> CROSSMEMBER MOUNTING NUT REMOVAL
Support the crossmember with a garage jack or transmission
jack to remove the crossmember mounting nut.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
.
>>A<< COIL SPRING/LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT
INSTALLATION
1. The identification color of the coil spring should be located at
the lower side.
2. Align the coil spring end with the spring lower pad cavity.
3. Place a piece of wood at the lower arm as shown in the
illustration. Using the floor jack, compress the coil spring to
remove the lower arm mounting bolt.
INSPECTION
M1341015500067
Check crossmember for cracks or other damage.
ACX00734AB
LOWER ARM
CAMBER
ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
AC102289
AC204512AB
PIECE OF
WOOD
UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY
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REAR SUSPENSION
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UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341003600164
Required Special Tool:
MB991897: Ball Joint Remover
Pre-removal Operations
Brake Fluid Draining
Post-installation Operations
Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there
are no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
Brake fluid refilling and air bleeding (Refer to GROUP
35A, On-vehicle Service P.35A-122.)
Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment (Refer to P.34-
6.)
ACX00735
15 2 Nm
11 2 ft-lb
167 10 Nm
124 7 ft-lb
104 14 Nm
77 10 ft-lb
98 12 Nm
72 9 ft-lb
1
8
2
9
4
10
7
6
3
8
2
5
10
AB
167 10 Nm
124 7 ft-lb
150 30 Nm
111 22 ft-lb
REMOVAL STEPS
1. BRAKE PIPE CONNECTION
2. CLIP
3. REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
AND UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY
CONNECTION.
4. BUMP STOPPER
5. STABILIZER LINK AND UPPER ARM
ASSEMBLY CONNECTION.
6. COTTER PIN
<<A>> 7. UPPER ARM BALL JOINT AND
KNUCKLE CONNECTION
<<B>> >>A<< 8. UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY AND
REAR FRAME CONNECTION
9. UPPER ARM
10. UPPER ARM BALL JOINT
REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY
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REAR SUSPENSION
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
.
<<A>> UPPER ARM BALL JOINT AND KNUCKLE DISCON-
NECTION
CAUTION
Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use
special tool MB991897 to avoid possible damage to ball
joint threads.
Hang special tool MB991897 with a cord to prevent it
from falling.
1. Install special tool MB991897 as shown in the figure.
2. Turn the bolt and knob as necessary to make the jaws of
special tool MB991897 parallel, tighten the bolt by hand and
confirm that the jaws are still parallel.
NOTE: When adjusting the jaws in parallel, make sure the
knob is in the position shown in the figure.
3. Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the ball joint.
.
<<B>> UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY AND REAR FRAME
DISCONNECTION
Disconnect the connection of the DOJ assembly and the com-
panion shaft assembly.
AC106820AB
CORD
BOLT
MB991897
NUT
BALL JOINT
AC106821
KNOB
PARALLEL
BOLT
GOOD
BAD
AB
ACX00736AB
COMPANION
SHAFT
ASSEMBLY
DOJ ASSEMBLY
UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY
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INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
.
>>A<< UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY FROM REAR FRAME
CONNECTION
After installing the upper arm mounting bolt, tighten the con-
necting bolt of the DOJ assembly and the companion shaft
assembly to the specified torque 113 14 Nm (84 10 ft-lb).
INSPECTION
M1341015500078
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
Check the upper arm for bending or damage.
Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
UPPER ARM BALL JOINT TURNING TORQUE
CHECK
Required Special Tool:
MB990326: Preload Socket
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut
to the stud and use special tool MB990326 to measure the
turning torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 1.5 7.9 Nm (13 70 in-lb)
2. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace
the upper arm ball joint assembly.
3. If the measured value is lower than the standard value,
check that the upper arm ball joint turns smoothly without
excessive play. If so, it is possible to use that ball joint.
UPPER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are
no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the upper
arm ball joint assembly.
NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible
that there may also be damage to the ball joint.
If it is damaged during service work, replace the dust cover.
ACX00736AB
COMPANION
SHAFT
ASSEMBLY
DOJ ASSEMBLY
ACX00716
MB990326
AB
UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY
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BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT
M1341011700069
Required Special Tool:
MB990799: Ball Joint Dust Cover Installer
If the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work,
replace the dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the dust cover.
2. Fill the inside of the dust cover with multipurpose grease as
shown in the illustration.
3. Apply multipurpose grease to the dust cover and ball joint
stud as shown in the illustration.
4. Wrap plastic tape around the lower arm ball joint stud, and
then install the dust cover to the upper arm ball joint.
CAUTION
Do not apply grease to the place (tapered section) where
the threaded section of the ball joint connects with the
knuckle. Wipe the grease off if it is applied in this area. To
prevent the grease to be applied on the ball joint connec-
tion (taper) with knuckle, do not compress the dust cover
before installation.
5. Use special tool MB990799 to drive the dust cover into the
shown position.
6. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are
no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
ACX00737
DUST COVER
33 mm
(1.3 in)
OR MORE
AB
ACX00738AB
MB990799
DUST
COVER
SHOCK ABSORBER, COIL SPRING AND LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY
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SHOCK ABSORBER, COIL SPRING AND
LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341014200063
CAUTION
*: indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle on
the ground in the unladen condition.
Post-removal Operation
Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment (Refer to P.34-
6.)
ACX00739
123 15 Nm *
91 11 ft-lb *
44 10 Nm *
33 7 ft-lb *
152 25 Nm *
113 18 ft-lb *
5
8
9
4
2
3
1
6
7
AB
152 25 Nm *
113 18 ft-lb *
SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL
STEPS
1. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING
NUT
2. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING
BOLT
3. SHOCK ABSORBER
COIL SPRING REMOVAL STEPS
2. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING
BOLT
<<A>>>>A<< 4. LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT
>>A<< 5. COIL SPRING
6. SPRING UPPER PAD
7. SPRING LOWER PAD
LOWER ARM REMOVAL STEPS
2. SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING
BOLT
<<A>>>>A<< 4. LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT
>>A<< 5. COIL SPRING
6. SPRING UPPER PAD
7. SPRING LOWER PAD
<<B>> 8. BOLT ASSEMBLY (CAMBER
ADJUSTING BOLT)
9. LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY
COIL SPRING REMOVAL STEPS
SHOCK ABSORBER, COIL SPRING AND LOWER ARM ASSEMBLY
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
.
<<A>> LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT REMOVAL
1. Place a piece of wood at the lower arm as shown in the
illustration. Using the floor jack, compress the coil spring to
remove the lower arm mounting bolt.
2. Lower the floor jack slowly, and then remove the coil spring.
.
<<B>> BOLT ASSEMBLY (CAMBER ADJUSTING BOLT)
REMOVAL
Make the mating marks to the bracket and the camber adjust-
ing bolt, and then remove the camber adjusting bolt.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
.
>>A<< COIL SPRING/LOWER ARM MOUNTING BOLT
INSTALLATION
1. The identification color of the coil spring should be located at
the lower side.
2. Align the coil spring end with the spring lower pad cavity.
3. Place a piece of wood at the lower arm as shown in the
illustration. Using the floor jack, compress the coil spring to
remove the lower arm mounting bolt.
AC204512AB
PIECE OF
WOOD
ACX00734AB
LOWER ARM
CAMBER
ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
AC204512AB
PIECE OF
WOOD
STABILIZER BAR
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LOWER ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENT
M1341011800118
Required Special Tool:
MB990881: Rear Suspension Bushing Arbor
Use special tool MB990881 to drive out and press-fit the lower
arm bushing.
STABILIZER BAR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341001300093
ACX00742AB
LOWER ARM
ASSEMBLY
MB990881
Post-installation Operations
Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there
are no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
ACX00743
44 10 Nm
33 7 ft-lb
104 14 Nm
77 10 ft-lb
1
4
2
3
1
AC
104 14 Nm
77 10 ft-lb
REMOVAL STEPS
1. STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
2. STABILIZER CLAMP
>>A<< 3. BUSHING
4. STABILIZER BAR
REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
STABILIZER BAR
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INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
.
>>A<< BUSHING INSTALLATION
1. Install the stabilizer bar so that its identification mark faces
the left side of the vehicle.
2. Install the bushing so that its slit faces the direction shown in
the illustration.
3. Before tightening the mounting bolts, align the end of the
identification mark with the end of the bushing.
INSPECTION
M1341015500089
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
Check the stabilizer bar for deterioration or damage.
Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT TURNING
TORQUE CHECK
Required Special Tool:
MB990326: Preload Socket
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut
to the stud and use special tool MB990326 to measure the
turning torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 0.5 2.0 Nm (4 17 in-lb)
2. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace
the stabilizer link.
3. If the measured value is lower than the standard value,
check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive
play. If so, it is possible to use that ball joint.
ACX0744 AB
FRONT
BUSHING
STABILIZER BAR
ACX00745
STABILIZER
BAR
FRONT
IDENTIFICATION
MARK
BUSHING
AB
AC001129
MB990326
AB
STABILIZER BAR
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STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
CHECK
1. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are
no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the
stabilizer link.
NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible
that there may also be damage to the ball joint. If it is dam-
aged during service work, replace the dust cover.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
REPLACEMENT
M1341010900112
If the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work,
replace the dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the clip ring, and then remove the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the inside of the dust cover.
3. Wrap plastic tape around the stabilizer link stud, and then
install the dust cover to the stabilizer link.
4. Secure the dust cover in place with the clip ring.
5. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are
no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
ACX00732AB
CLIP RING
TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY AND TOE CONTROL TOWER BAR
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TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY AND
TOE CONTROL TOWER BAR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341014500053
CAUTION
*: Indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle on
the ground in an unladen condition.
Required Special Tool:
MB991897: Ball Joint Remover
Post-installation Operation
Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it
with your finger.
Wheel alignment check and adjustment (Refer to P.34-6.)
ACX00746
67 7 Nm
50 5 ft-lb
123 15 Nm *
91 11 ft-lb *
46 8 Nm
34 6 ft-lb
3
5
1
5
2
4
AB
REMOVAL STEPS
1. PARKING BRAKE CABLE
MOUNTING BOLT
2. TOE CONTROL TOWER BAR
<<A>> 3. TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT
AND KNUCKLE CONNECTION
<<B>> 4. BOLT ASSEMBLY (FOR TOE
ADJUSTING)
5. TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY AND TOE CONTROL TOWER BAR
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
.
<<A>> TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT AND KNUCKLE
DISCONNECTION
CAUTION
Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use
special tool MB991897 to avoid possible damage to ball
joint threads.
Hang special tool MB991897 with a cord to prevent it
from falling.
1. Install special tool MB991897 as shown in the figure.
2. Turn the bolt and knob as necessary to make the jaws of
special tool MB991897 parallel, tighten the bolt by hand and
confirm that the jaws are still parallel.
NOTE: When adjusting the jaws in parallel, make sure the
knob is in the position shown in the figure.
3. Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the ball joint.
.
<<B>> BOLT ASSEMBLY (TOE ADJUSTING BOLT)
REMOVAL
Make mating marks on the bracket and the toe adjusting bolt,
and then remove the toe adjusting bolt.
AC106820AB
CORD
BOLT
MB991897
NUT
BALL JOINT
AC106821
KNOB
PARALLEL
BOLT
GOOD
BAD
AB
ACX00733
TOE
ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
TOE
CONTROL ARM
AB
TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY AND TOE CONTROL TOWER BAR
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INSPECTION
M1341015500090
Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
Check the toe control arm for bending or breakage.
Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT TURNING TORQUE
CHECK
Required Special Tool:
MB990326: Preload Socket
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut
to the stud and use special tool MB990326 to measure the
turning torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 0.7 1.0 Nm (6 9 in-lb)
2. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace
the toe control arm ball joint assembly.
3. If the measured value is lower than the standard value,
check that the toe control arm ball joint turns smoothly
without excessive play. If so, it is possible to use that ball
joint.
.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are
no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe
control arm ball joint assembly.
NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible
that there may also be damage to the ball joint. If it is dam-
aged during service work, replace the dust cover.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER
REPLACEMENT
M1341014800139
Required Special Tool:
MB990800: Ball Joint Remover and Installer
If the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work,
replace the dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the clip ring, and then remove the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the inside of the dust cover as
shown.
3. Apply multipurpose grease to the shown parts inside the
dust cover and the ball joint stud.
4. Wrap plastic tape around the toe control arm ball joint stud,
and then install the dust cover to the toe control arm ball
joint.
ACX00716
MB990326
AB
ACX00726 AB
30 mm
(1.18 in)
OR MORE
TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY
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CAUTION
Do not apply grease to the place (tapered section) where
the threaded section of the ball joint connects with the
knuckle. Wipe the grease off if it is applied in this area. To
prevent the grease from being applied to the ball joint con-
nection (taper) with the knuckle, do not compress the dust
cover before installation.
5. Using the special tool, drive the dust cover into the position
shown in the illustration.
6. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are
no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
TRAILING ARM ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341004200103
CAUTION
*: Indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle on
the ground in an unladen condition.
ACX00747AB
DUST
COVER
MB990800
Post-installation Operation
Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment (Refer to P.34-
6.)
ACX00748 AC
1
3
2
213 34 Nm *
157 25 ft-lb *
4
213 34 Nm
157 25 ft-lb
REMOVAL STEPS
1. TRAILING ARM TO KNUCKLE
SECURING BOLT
2. TRAILING ARM TO REAR FRAME
SECURING NUT
3. STOPPER
4. TRAILING ARM
REMOVAL STEPS (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
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TRAILING ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENT
M1341011300113
Required Special Tool:
MD998236: Output Shaft Bearing Installer
1. Use special tool MD998236 to drive in/out the bushing from/
to the trailing arm.
2. When assembling, apply soapy water around the bushing
and the inner diameter of the trailing arm, and then drive in
the bushing so that it protrudes by the same amount at
either side and its hollow part is as shown.
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
M1341012700233
ACX00749
MD998236
TRAILING ARM
AC
ACX0750 AC
HOLLOW PART
ITEM SPECIFICATION
Rear suspension assembly
Brake tube flare nut 15 2 Nm (11 2 ft-lb)
Crossmember mounting nut 167 19 Nm (123 14 ft-lb)
Nut securing lower arm to knuckle assembly 152 25 Nm (113 18 ft-lb)
Nut securing lower arm to body 123 15 Nm (91 11 ft-lb)
Nut securing shock absorber to lower arm assembly 152 25 Nm (113 18 ft-lb)
Nut securing trailing arm to rear frame 213 34 Nm (157 25 ft-lb)
Propeller shaft assembly nut 60 10 Nm (45 7 ft-lb)
Rear disc brake assembly mounting bolt 88 10 Nm (65 7 ft-lb)
Upper arm assembly
Brake pipe connection 15 2 Nm (11 2 ft-lb)
Nut securing upper arm assembly to rear frame 167 10 Nm (124 7 ft-lb)
Nut securing upper arm ball joint to knuckle 150 30 Nm (111 22 ft-lb)
Nut securing upper arm to upper arm ball joint
assembly
98 12 Nm (72 9 ft-lb)
Stabilizer link mounting nut 104 14 Nm (77 10 ft-lb)
SPECIFICATIONS
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
M1341000200231
COIL SPRING
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
M1341000300272
Shock absorber, coil spring and lower arm assembly
Nut securing lower arm to knuckle assembly 152 25 Nm (113 18 ft-lb)
Nut securing lower arm to body 123 15 Nm (91 11 ft-lb)
Nut securing shock absorber to lower arm assembly 152 25 Nm (113 18 ft-lb)
Shock absorber connecting nut 44 10 Nm (33 7 ft-lb)
Stabilizer bar
Stabilizer clamp mounting bolt 44 10 Nm (33 7 ft-lb)
Toe control arm assembly, toe control tower bar
Nut securing toe control arm ball joint to knuckle 67 7 Nm (50 5 ft-lb)
Nut securing toe control arm to rear frame 123 15 Nm (91 11 ft-lb)
Toe control tower bar mounting bolt, nut 46 8 Nm (34 6 ft-lb)
Trailing arm assembly
Nut securing trailing arm to knuckle 213 34 Nm (157 25 ft-lb)
Nut securing trailing arm to rear frame 213 34 Nm (157 25 ft-lb)
ITEM SPECIFICATION
ITEM SPECIFICATION
Wire diameter mm (in) 17 19 (0.67 0.75)
Average diameter mm (in) 132 134 (5.20 5.28)
Free length mm (in) 343 (13.5)
ITEM SPECIFICATION
Toe-in mm (in) 3 3 (0.12 0.12)
Camber 000' 30' (Left/right deviation within 30')
Upper arm ball joint turning torque Nm (in-lb) 1.5 7.9 (13 70)
Stabilizer link ball joint turning torque Nm (in-lb) 0.5 2.0 (4 17)
Toe control arm ball joint turning torque Nm (in-lb) 0.7 1.0 (6 9)
NOTES