Suspension

Front and Rear Suspension

Special Tools ................................................................. 18-2
Component location Index ......................................... 18-3
Wheel Alignment .......................................................... 18-5
Wheel Bearing End Play Inspection ............................ 18-8
Wheel Runout Inspection ............................................ 18-8
Ball Joint Removal ....................................................... 18-9

Front Suspension

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Knuckle/Hub Replacement .......................................... 18-10
Ball Joint Boot Replacement ....................................... 18-15
Upper Arm Replacement ............................................. 18-16
lower Arm Replacement ............................................. 18-17
Damper/Spring Replacement ...................................... 18-18

Rear Suspension
Hub/Bearing Replacement-Disc Brake ....................... 18-22
Hub/Bearing Replacement-Drum Brake ..................... 18-24
Knuckle Replacement ................................................... 18-25
Upper Arm Replacement ............................................. 18-27
Trailing Arm Replacement ........................................... 18-28
leading Arm Replacement .......................................... 18-28
lower Arm Replacement ............................................. 18-29
Control Arm Replacement ........................................... 18-29
Damper/Spring Replacement ...................................... 18-30
Front and Rear Suspension

Special Tools

Ref. No. Tool Number Description Qty

CD 07GAF-SE00100 Hub Dis/Assembly Tool 1
® 07GAG-SD40700 Ball Joint Boot Clip Guide 1
® 07MAC-SL00200 Ball Joint Remover, 28 mm 1
CD 07965-SA00600 Bearing Driver Attachment 1
® 07749-0010000 Driver 1
@ 07947 -6340201 Attachment, 58 x 72 mm 1
® 07965-SD90100 Sum>ort Base 1

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CD ® ®

G),@ ®

18-2 BACK
Component Location Index

Front Suspension

FRONT DAMPER
Removal, step 1 on page 18-19
Disassembly/Inspection, step 1 on page 18-19
Reassembly, step 1 on page 18-20
Installation, step 1 on page 18-21

____ UPPER ARM

~ Replacement, page 18-16

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KNUCKLE/HUB
Replacement, page 18-10

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Front and Rear Suspension

Component Location Index (cont'd)

Rear Suspension

REAR DAMPER
Removal, step 1 on page 18-31
Disassembly/Inspection, step 1 on page 18-31
Reassembly, step 1 on page 18-32
Installation, step 1 on page 18-33

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LEADING ARM
Replacement, page 18-28

HUB (includes bearing)

Replacement, page 18-22

18-4 ŁŁŁŁ
Wheel Alignment

Caster Inspection Caster Adjustment

For proper inspection/adjustment of the wheel Caster angle can be adjusted by increasing/decreasing
alignment, check and adjust the following before the number of the adjusting shims. Remove and install
checking the alignment: the radius rod each time the caster angle is adjusted.

• Check that the suspension is not modified. 1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is
• Check the tire size and tire pressure. securely supported.
• Check the runout of the wheels and tires.
• Check the suspension ball joints. (Hold a wheel with 2. Remove the self-locking nut (A) on the end of the
your hands and move it up and down and right and radius rod (8).
left to check for wobbling).

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A
/
54 N·m (5.5 kgf·m, 40 Ibf·ft)
\ B

3. Remove the flange bolts at the radius rod (8) on the

lower arm, and remove the radius rod (see page
Use commercially-available computerized four wheel 18-17).
alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment
(caster, camber, toe, and/or turning angle). Follow the 4. Adjust the caster angle by increasing/decreasing
equipment manufacturer's instructions. the adjusting shims (C).

1. Check the caster angle. Note these items during adjustment:

Caster angle: 2°48' ± 1° • Do not use more than two adjusting shims.
• One adjusting shim changes the caster angle by
2. If out of specification, record the caster reading, 35' and the caster angle can be adjusted by 1°10'
then adjust the caster. maximum.
• One adjusting shim is 3.2 mm (0.13 in.) in
thickness.

5. After the adjustment, install the radius rod onto the

lower arm, and tighten the flange bolts (see page
18-17).

6. Tighten the new self-locking nut to the specified

torque.

(cont'd)

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Front and Rear Suspension

Wheel Alignment (cont'd)

Camber Inspection Front Toe Inspection/Adjustment

Use commercially-available computerized four wheel Use commercially-available computerized 4 wheel

alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment
(caster, camber, toe, and/or turning angle). Follow the (caster, camber, toe, and/or turning angle). Follow the
equipment manufacturer's instructions. equipment manufacturer's instructions.

1. Check the camber angle. 1. Check the tire pressure.

Camber angle: 2. Center the steering wheel spokes.

Front: 0°00' ± 1°
Rear: - 0°30' ± 1° 3. Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight
ahead.
2. If out of specification, check for bent or damaged
suspension components. Front toe: 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 1/16 in.)

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• If adjustment is required, go on to step 4.
• If no adjustment is required, remove alignment
equipment.

4. Loosen the tie-rod locknuts (A), and turn both tie-

rods (B) in the same direction until the front wheels
are pointing straight ahead.

A
14x 1.5 mm
44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 Ibf·ft)

5. Turn both tie-rods equally until the toe reading on

the turning radius gauge is correct.

6. After adjusting, tighten the tie-rod locknuts.

Reposition the tie-rod boot if it is twisted or
displaced.

18-6 ŁŁŁŁ
 1.11
Rear Toe Inspection/ Adjustment Turning Angle Inspection

Use commercially-available computerized four wheel Use commercially-available computerized four wheel
alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment
(caster, camber, toe, and/or turning angle). Follow the (caster, camber, toe, and/or turning angle). Follow the
equipment manufacturer's instructions. equipment manufacturer's instructions.

1. Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect 1. Turn the wheel right and left while applying the
measurement. brake, and measure the turning angle of both
wheels.
2. Check the toe.
Turning angle:
Rear toe-in: 2±2 mm (1/16± 1/16 in.) Inward wheel: 38°32' ± 1°
Outward wheel: 31 °03' (Reference)
• If adjustment is required, go to step 3 .
• If no adjustment is required, remove alignment

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equipment.

3. Hold the adjusting bolt (A) on the rear control arm,

and loosen the self-locking nut (B).

2. If the turning angle is not within the specifications,

check for bent or damaged suspension
components.
B
10x 1.25mm
54 N·m (5.5 kgf·m, 40 Ibf·ftl

4. Adjust the rear toe by turning the adjusting bolt

until the toe is correct.

5. Install the self-locking nut, and tighten it while

holding the adjusting bolt.

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Front and Rear Suspension

Wheel Bearing End Play Inspection Wheel Runout Inspection

1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely 1. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely
supported. supported.

2. Remove the wheels, then reinstall the wheel nuts. 2. Check for bent or deformed wheels.

3. Attach the dial gauge. On the front, place the dial 3. Set up the dial gauge as shown, and measure axial
gauge against the hub flange. On the rear, place the runout by turning the wheel.
dial gauge against the center of the hub cap.
Front and Rear Wheel Axial Runout:
Front/Rear: Standard:
Standard: 0-0.05 mm (0-0.002 in.' Steel Wheel: 0-1.0 mm (0-0.04 in.'
Aluminum Wheel: 0-0.7 mm (0-0.03 in.'
Front: Service Limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 in.'

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4. Readjust the dial gauge to the position shown, and
Rear: measure radial runout.

Front and Rear Wheel Radial Runout:

Standard:
Steel Wheel: 0-1.0 mm (0-0.04 in.'
Aluminum Wheel: 0-0.7 mm (0-0.03 in.'
Service Limit: 1.5 mm (0.06 in.'

4. Measure the bearing end play moving the brake

disc inward or outward.

5. If the bearing end play measurement is more than

the standard, replace the wheel bearing.
5. If the wheel runout is more than the service limit,
replace the wheel.

18-8 ŁŁŁŁ
Ball Joint Removal

Special Tools Required 4. Once the special tool is in place. turn the adjusting
Ball Joint Remover. 28 mm 07MAC-SL00200 bolt (A) as necessary to make the jaws parallel.
Then hand-tighten the pressure bolt (B). and
1. Install a hex nut onto the threads of the ball joint. recheck the jaws to make sure they are still parallel.
Make sure the nut is flush with the ball joint pin end
to prevent damage to the threads end of the ball
joint.

2. Apply grease (A) to the special tool on the areas

shown. This will ease installation of the tool and
prevent damage to the pressure bolt (B) threads.
A

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I

,
-- 5. After making the adjustment to the adjusting bolt.
make sure the head of the adjusting bolt is in this
position (A) to allow the jaw (C) to pivot.

6. With a wrench. tighten the pressure bolt (B) until

the ball joint pin pops loose from the steering/
suspension arm. If necessary. apply penetrating
3. Install the special tool as shown. Insert the jaws type lubricant to loosen the ball joint.
carefully. making sure you do not damage the ball
joint boot. Adjust the jaw spacing by turning the 7. Remove the tool. then remove the nut from the end
pressure bolt. of the ball joint. and pull the ball joint out of the
steering/suspension arm. Inspect the ball joint boot.
and replace it if damaged.

07MAC-SL00200

ŁŁŁŁ 18-9
Front Suspension

Knuckle/Hub Replacement
Exploded View

CASTLE NUT
/10x1.25mm
/ 39-47 N·m (4.0-4.8 kgf·m. 29-35 Ibf·ftl

7- -COTTER PIN
Replace.

WHEEL BEARING
Replace.

/
SNAP RING

o 0/

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SET RING WASHER-SCREW
~ q - BALL JOINT BOOT 6x 14mm
~~ Check for deterioration / 9.3N·m
\'!!P and damage. (0.95 kgf·m. 6.9 Ibf·ftl

/~ - - - - COTTER PIN
Replace.
CASTLE NUT
12 x 1.25 mm
49-59 N·m (5.0-6.0 kgf·m. 36-43 Ibf·ftl

6 mm BRAKE DISC RETAINING SCREW

9.3 N·m (0.95 kgf·m. 6.9 Ibf·ftl
/

FRONT HUB
Check for damage and
cracks.

BRAKE DISC
Check for wear and
rust. WHEELNUT
12x 1.5mm
/ 108N·m
(11.0 kgf·m.
SPINDLE NUT 80lbf·ftl
24x 1.5 mm
245 N·m (25.0 kgf·m. 181 Ibf.ftl
Replace.

18-10 ŁŁŁŁ
Special Tools Required 7. Remove the wheel sensor (A) from the knuckle (B)
• Ball Joint Remover, 26 mm 07MAC-SL00200 (for vehicles with ABS). Do not disconnect the
• Hub Dis/Assembly Tool 07GAF-SE00100 wheel sensor connector.
• Attachment, 58 x 72 mm 07947-6340201
• Bearing Driver Attachment 07965-SA00600
• Driver 077 49-0010000
• Support Base 07965-SD90100

1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.

2. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is

securely supported.

3. Remove the wheel nuts and front wheel.

C
9.3N·m
4. Raise the locking tab on the spindle nut (A), then 10.95 kgf·m. 6.9 Ibf·ft)

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remove the nut.

108N·m 8. Remove the 6 mm brake disc retaining screws (A).

111.0 kgf.m,

r oftl

A
245 N·m 125.0 kgf·m, 181Ibf·ft)

5. Remove the brake hose mounting bolts (A).

9. Screw two 8 x 1.25 mm bolts (B) into the disc to
~:.3N.m push it away from the hub. Turn each bolt two turns
10.95 kgf·m, at a time to prevent cocking the disc excessively.
6.9Ibf·ft)
10. Remove the brake disc from the knuckle.

11. Check the front hub for damage and cracks.

B
108N·m
111.0 kgf.m. 80 Ibf·ft)

6. Remove the caliper mounting bolts (B), and hang

the caliper assembly (C) to one side. To prevent
damage to the caliper assembly or brake hose, use
a short piece of wire to hang the caliper from the
undercarriage.
(cont'd)

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Front Suspension

Knuckle/Hub Replacement (cont'd)

12. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the tie-rod end ball 16. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the upper ball joint
joint, then loosen the nut (8). castle nut (8), and remove the nut.
07MAC-SL00200

B
10 x 1.25 mm
43N·m
(4.4kgf·m,
07MAC-SL00200 32Ibf·ft) B
10x 1.25 mm

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39-47 N·m
13. Remove the tie-rod ball joint from the knuckle using 14.0-4.8 kgf·m,
the special tool (see page 18-9). 29-35 Ibf·ft)

14. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the lower arm ball 17. Remove the upper ball joint from the knuckle using
joint castle nut (8), and remove the nut. the special tool (see page 18-9).
07MAC-SL00200
18. Pull the knuckle outward, and remove the
driveshaft outboard joint (8) from the knuckle (A)
by tapping the driveshaft end (e) with a plastic
hammer, then remove the knuckle.

15. Remove the lower ball joint from the knuckle using
the special tool (see page 18-9).

B C

18-12 ŁŁŁŁ
19. Separate the hub (A) from the·knuckle (BI using the 21. Press the wheel bearing (AI out of the knuckle (B)
special tool, and a hydraulic press. Take care not to using the special tools and a press.
distort the splash guard. Hold onto the hub to keep
it from falling when pressed clear. Press

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B

B
A

22. Press the wheel bearing inner race (A) from the hub
20. Remove the snap ring (AI and the splash guard (BI (BI using the special tool, a commercially available
from the knuckle (C). bearing separator (C), and a press.

\ r7:=-..=tf..2
Press

23. Wash the knuckle and hub thoroughly in high flash

point solvent before reassembly.

(cont'd)

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Front Suspension

Knuckle/Hub Replacement (cont'd)

24. Press a new wheel bearing (A) into the knuckle (B) 27. Install the hub (A) on the knuckle (B) using the
using the old bearing (C), a steel plate (D), the special tools shown and a hydraulic press. Be
special tool, and a press. Place the wheel bearing careful not to distort the splash guard (C).
on the knuckle with the pack seal side facing (metal
Press
color) toward the inside. Be careful not to damage
... /01749-0010000
the sleeve of the pack seal.

D
~.19""SA"'"
\
BLACK COLOR

A~~
~~ .-----C

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~07965-5D90100

28. Install the knuckle in the reverse order of removal,

and pay particular attention to the following items:
/
07965-5D90100 B o Be careful not to damage the ball joint boots
when installing the knuckle.
o Torque all mounting hardware to the specified
25. Install the snap ring (A) securely in the knuckle (B). torque values.
o Torque the castle nuts to the lower torque
D
9.3 N·m (0.95 kgf.m, 6.9 Ibf.ft) specifications, then tighten them only far enough
to align the slot with the pin hole. Do not align
the castle nut by loosening.
o Install new cotter pins on the castle nuts after
torquing.
o Raise the locking tab on the spindle nut (C), then
remove the nut.
o Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating
surface of the front hub and the inside of the
brake disc.
o Before installing the spindle nut, apply a small
amount of engine oil to the seating surface of the
nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the
spindle nut shoulder against the driveshaft.
o Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
surface of the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
26. Install the splash guard (C), and tighten the screws o Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if
(D). necessary (see page 18-5).

18-14 ŁŁŁŁ
Ball Joint Boot Replacement

Special Tools Required 5. For a lower ball joint. adjust the special tool with
Ball Joint Boot Clip Guide 07GAG-SD40700 the adjusting bolt (B) until its base is just above the
groove around the bottom of the boot. Then slide
1. Remove the boot clip and the boot. the clip over the tool and into position on the boot.

2. Pack the interior of the boot and lip (A) with grease.
Do not contaminate the lower collar of the boot (B)
with grease.
A c

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6. For an upper ball joint. just hold the tool over the
joint. then slide the clip over the tool and into
B B position on the boot.

3. Wipe the grease off the tapered portion of the shaft 7. After installing a boot. wipe any grease off the
and pack fresh grease into the base. Do not let dirt. exposed portion of the ball joint shaft.
or other foreign materials get into the boot.

4. Install the boot on the ball joint. then squeeze it

gently to force out any air.

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Front Suspension

Upper Arm Replacement

1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is 6. Remove the flange bolts (A) from the upper arm (B).
securely supported. Remove the front wheel.
B
2. Remove the front damper (see step 1 on page 18-
19).

3. Remove the wheel sensor bracket nut (A) from the

upper arm (B).

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10x 1.25 mm
64N·m
(6.5 kgf.m, 47 Ibf·ttl

7. Install the upper arm in the reverse order of

removal, and note these items:

• Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when

connecting the upper arm to the knuckle.
A • Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified
9.3 N'm (0.95 kgf·m, 6.9 Ibf·ttl torque values.Tighten the castle nut to the lower
torque value, then tighten it only far enough to
align the slot with the hole in the stud. Do not
4. Remove the cotter pin from the upper ball joint align the castle nut by loosening it.
castle nut, and remove the nut. • Use a new cotter pin on the castle nut.
• Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
07MAC-SL00200
surface on the brake disc and the inside of the

\: wheel.
• Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-5).

10 x 1.25 mm
39-47N·m
(4.0-4.8 kgf·m, 29-35 Ibf·ttl

5. Remove the upper ball joint from the knuckle using

the special tool (see page 18-9).

18-16 ŁŁŁŁ
Lower Arm Replacement

1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is 5. Remove the lower arm.
securely supported. Remove the front wheel. -1 Remove the self-locking nut from the stabilizer
link (A).
2. Remove the damper fork. -2 Remove the radius rod bolts (B).
-1 Remove the damper pinch bolt (A). -3 Remove the lower arm mounting bolt (C).
-2 Remove the lower bolt and self-locking nut (B) -4 Remove the lower arm (D) from the rear beam.
from the damper fork.
-3 Remove the damper fork (C) from the damper.
C

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~/
Ci
~

./
10x 1.25 mm
43 N·m (4.4 kgf·m, 32 Ibf·ftl
B
II
12x 1.25 mm
64 N·m (6.5 kgf·m, 47 Ibf·ftl

3. Remove the cotter pin from the lower ball joint

castle nut, and remove the nut. 6. Install the lower arm in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
07MAC-SL00200
o Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when
connecting the lower arm to the knuckle.
o Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified
torque values.
o Tighten the castle nut to the lower torque value,
then tighten it only far enough to align the slot
with the hole in the stud. Do not align the castle
nut by loosening it.
o Use a new cotter pin on the castle nut.
o Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
surfaces on the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
o Check the front wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-5).
12x 1.25 mm
49-59N·m
15.0-6.0 kgf·m, 36-43 Ibf·ftl

4. Remove the lower ball joint from the knuckle using

the special tool (see page 18-9).

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Front Suspension

DamperISpring Replacement

Exploded View

SELF· LOCKING NUT

10x 1.25mm
29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m, 22 Ibf·tt)
/ Replace.

r _____ WASHER
,!.,_______
~ _____
_______ RUBBER BUSHING
Check for deterioration
@3 and damage.

0- COLLAR

~_------- MOUNT BASE

~.. " ....
__-------RUBBER BUSHING

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'81' Check for deterioration
and damage.

~ ._o--_____
.. .SPRING CUSHION
Check for deterioration
and damage.

DUSTCOV~R
~s
PLATE ~~,

.""""=~A

' - -~

11~
DUST COVER
Check for bending
and damage.

D~UMPSTOPPLATE

BUMP STOP
Check for weakness
and damage.

DAMPER SPRING
Check for weakened compression
and damage.

18-18
ŁŁŁŁ
Special Tools Required DisassemblyIinspection
Strut Spring Compressor, Branick MST-580A or Model
7200, or equivalent, commercially available 1. Compress the damper spring with a commercially
available strut spring compressor (A) according to
Removal the manufacturer's instructions, then remove the
self-locking nut (B). Do not compress the spring
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is more than necessary to remove the nut.
securely supported. Remove the front wheel.

2. Remove the damper fork.

-1 Remove the damper pinch bolt (A).
-2 Remove the lower bolt (B) and self-locking nut
(C) from the damper fork.
-3 Remove the damper fork (D) from the damper.
D

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2. Release the pressure from the strut spring
compressor, then disassemble the damper as
shown in the Exploded View.
A c B
3. Reassemble all parts, exceptthe spring.
3. Remove the damper by removing the five flange
nuts. 4. Compress the damper assembly by hand, and
check for smooth operation through a full stroke,
NOTE: Damper springs are different, left and right. both compression and extension. The damper
Mark the springs Land R before you continue. should move smoothly. If it does not (no
compression or no extension), the gas is leaking,
and the damper should be replaced.

5. Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises, or binding

during these tests.

(cont'd)

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Front Suspension

Damper/Spring Replacement (cont'd)

Reassembly 5. Install the rubber bushing, washer (AI, and a new

10 mm self-locking nut (8).
1. Install the damper unit on a commercially available A
strut spring compressor (A).

B
10x 1.25mm
29 N·m 13.0 kgf.m, 22 Ibf·tt)

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6. Hold the damper shaft, and tighten the 10 mm self-
locking nut.
2. Assemble the damper in the reverse order of
removal except for the washer and self-locking nut.
Align the bottom of the damper spring and the
spring lower seat (8).

3. Position the mount base (AI on the damper unit.

V A

4. Compress the damper spring with the spring

compressor.

18-20 ŁŁŁŁ
Installation 5. Raise the knuckle with a floor jack until the vehicle
just lifts off the safety stand.
1. Loosely install the damper (A) on the frame with
the aligning tab (B) facing inside, then loosely 6. Tighten damper pinch bolt.
install the five flange nuts (e).
__--c 7. Tighten the flange bolt and the self-locking nut.
10x 1.25 mm
50 N·m (5.1 kgf·m,
37Ibf·ft) 8. Tighten the flange nuts on the top of the damper to
the specified torque.

9. Install the front wheel.

C
8x1.25mm
17N·m
(1.7 kgf·m,

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12Ibf·ft)

2. Install the damper fork (D) over the driveshaft and

onto the lower arm. Install the front damper in the
damper fork so the aligning tab (B) is aligned with
the slot in the damper fork.

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/
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/1
F
12 x 1.25 mm
E 64 N·m (6.5 kgf·m. 47 Ibf·ft)
10 x 1.25 mm
43 N·m (4.4 kgf·m, 32 Ibf·ft)

3. Loosely install the damper pinch bolt (E) into the

damper fork.

4. Loosely install a new self-locking nut (F) with the

flange bolt (G).

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Rea.r Suspension

Hub/Bearing Replacement - Disc Brake

Exploded View

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SPLASH GUARD

//S mm
9.3 BOLT
N·m (0.95 kgf·m, S.9 Ibf·ft)
9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7 Ibf·ft)
BRAKE DISC

~ /

HUB (includes bearing)

SPINDLE NUT 22 x 1.5 mm

181 N·m (18.5 kgf·m, 139Ibf·ft)
Replace.

WHEEL NUT 12 x 1.5 mm

108N·m
(11.0 kgf·m, 80 Ibf·ft)

18-22 ŁŁŁŁ
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is 9. Remove the 6 mm brake disc retaining screws (A).
securely supported. A
9.8N·m
11.0 kgf·m, 7 Ibf·ft)
2. Remove the wheel nuts and rear wheel.

3. Pull the parking brake lever up.

4. Remove the hub cap (A).

A

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10. Screw two 8 x 1.25 mm bolts (B) into the disc (C) to
push it away from the hub. Turn each bolt 2 turns at
a time to prevent cocking the disc excessively.

11. Remove the hub bearing unit from the knuckle.

B
22x 1.5 mm 12x1.5mm
181 N·m 108N·m
118.5 kgf.m, 139Ibf·ft) 111.0 kgf·m, 80 Ibf·ft)
Replace.

5. Raise the locking tab on the spindle nut (B), then

remove the nut.

6. Release the parking brake lever.

7. Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (A).

12. Install the hub/bearing unit in the reverse order of

removal, and pay particular attention to the
following items:

o Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating

surfaces ofthe rear hub and brake disc.
o Wash the bearing and spindle thoroughly in high
flash point solvent before reassembly.
o To prevent damage to the caliper or brake hose,
use a short piece of wire to hang the caliper from
A the undercarriage.
8x1.25mm
22 N·m 12.2 kgf·m, 16 Ib'.ttl o After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle
nut shoulder against the spindle.
8. Remove the caliper bracket mounting bolts (B), and
hang the caliper (C) to one side. To prevent damage
to the caliper or brake hose, use a short piece of
wire to hang the caliper from the undercarriage.

ŁŁŁŁ 18-23
Rear Suspension

Hub/Bearing Replacement - Drum Brake

Exploded View

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SPINDLE NUT 22 x 1.5 mm
181 N·m (18.5 kgf·m, 134 Ibf.tt)
Replace.

jR'PI'' . HUBCAP

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HUB (includes bearing)

BRAKE DRUM

WHEEL NUT 12 x 1.5 mm

108 N·m (11.0 kgf.m, 80 Ibf·ttl

18-24 ŁŁŁŁ
 Knuckle Replacement

1. Raise the rear ofthe vehicle, and make sure it is Special Tools Required
securely supported. Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL00200

2. Remove the wheel nuts and rear wheel. 1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is
securely supported, then remove the rear wheel.
3. Pull the parking brake lever up.
2. Remove the rear brake caliper, the caliper
4. Remove the hub cap (A). mounting bracket, and the brake hose mounting
bolt from the rear knuckle (disc brake model) (see
step 7 on page 18-23).

3. Remove the rear brake disc and hub/bearing unit

(disc brake model) (see step 9 on page 18-23) or
brake drum and hub/bearing unit (drum brake
model) (see left column).

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4. Remove the cotter pin from the upper ball joint
castle nut, and remove the nut.
07MAC-SL0020

B
22x 1.5 mm
181 N·m
(18.5 kgf·m, 134Ibf.tt)
12x1.Smm
108 N·m
(11.0 kgf.m, 80 Ibf·tt)
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5. Raise the locking tab on the spindle nut (B), then
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remove the nut.
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6. Release the parking brake lever. c:=J~
12 x 1.25 mm
7. Remove the brake drum and the hub/bearing unit. 49-58N·m
(5.0-6.0 kgf.m.
36-43 Ibf· ftl

5. Separate the upper ball joint from the knuckle

using the special tool (see page 18-9).

6. Remove the ABS sensor from the splash guard

(disc brake model) (see page 19-71).

7. Remove the flange nut (A) from the stabilizer link.

A
10 x 1.25 mm
39 N·m (4.0 kgf·m.
29lbf·ftl

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8. Install the hub/bearing unit in the reverse order of
removal, and pay particular attention to the
following items:

• Wash the bearing and spindle thoroughly in high C

flash point solvent before reassembly .
• After tightening, use a drift to stake the spindle
nut shoulder against the spindle. 8. Remove the damper lower mount bolt (B), and the
stabilizer link mounting bracket (C).
(cont'd)

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Rear Suspension

Knuckle Replacement (cont'd)

9. Remove the control arm mounting nut from the 12. Remove the parking brake cable mounting bolt (A)
rear knuckle. from the trailing arm, then remove the trailing arm
mounting bolt (B) from the rear knuckle.

22 N·m /2.2 kgf·m,

B-----
12x25mm
59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m,

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16Ibf·ft) 43lbf·ft)
10. Remove the leading arm mounting bolt from the
rear knuckle. 13. Remove the lower arm mounting bolt (A) and nut
(B), then remove the knuckle.

12 x 1.25 mm
55 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 43 Ibf·ft)

11. Remove the splash guard mounting bolts and the

splash guard (A) (on disc brake model), or the 14. Install the knuckle in the reverse order of removal,
backing plate mounting bolts and the backing plate and pay particular attention to the fOllowing items:
(B) (on drum brake model).
o Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when
connecting the upper arm to the knuckle.
o Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified
torque values.
o Tighten the castle nut to the lower torque
specifications, then tighten it only far enough to
align the slot with the hole in the ball joint pin. Do
not align the castle nut by loosening it.
o Use a new cotter pin in the castle nut.
o Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
surfaces on the brake disc or drum and inside of
the wheel.
o Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-5).

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Upper Arm Replacement

1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is 6. Remove the upper arm bolt (A). Remove the upper
securely supported, then remove the rear wheel. arm (B) from the vehicle.
B
2. Remove the cotter pin from the upper ball joint
castle nut, and remove the nut.
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A
12x 1.25 mm
59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 43 Ibf·tt)

7. Install the upper arm in the reverse order of

removal, and note these items:

o Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when

3. Remove the upper ball joint from the knuckle using connecting the upper arm to the knuckle.
the special tool (see page 18-9). o Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified
torque values.
4. Remove the brake hose mounting bolts (A). o Tighten the castle nut to the lower torque
A specifications, then tighten it only far enough to
B 9.3 N·m (0.95 kgf·m, 6.9 Ibf·tt)
align the slot with the hole in the stud. Do not
9.3 N·m (0.95 kgf·m,
align the castle nut by loosening it.
6.'~ o

o
Use a new cotter pin in the castle nut.
Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
surfaces on the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
o Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-5).

5. Remove the wheel sensor mounting bolt (B) (for

vehicles with ABS).

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Rear Suspension

Trailing Arm Replacement Leading Arm Replacement

1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is 1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is
securely supported. Remove the rear wheel. securely supported. Remove the rear wheel.

2. Remove the parking brake cable mounting bolt (A) 2. Remove the leading arm mounting bolts (A), and
from the trailing arm (B). remove the leading arm (B) from the vehicle.
B
3. Remove the trailing arm mounting bolts (C).

4. Remove the trailing arm (B) from the vehicle.

C
12x 1.25 mm
59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 43 Ibf·ft)

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A
12x 1.25 mm
59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 43 Ibf·ft)

3. Install the leading arm in the reverse order of

removal, and note these items:

• Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified

B
A torque values.
22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16Ibf·ft) • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
5. Install the trailing arm in the reverse order of surfaces on the brake disc and the inside ofthe
removal, and note these items: wheel.
• Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if
• Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified necessary (see page 18-5).
torque values.
• Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
surfaces on the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
• Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-5).

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Lower Arm Replacement Control Arm Replacement

1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is 1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is
securely supported. Remove the rear wheel. securely supported. Remove the rear wheel.

2. Remove the lower arm mounting bolt (A). 2. Remove the control arms from the vehicle.
-1 Remove the self-locking nut (A) from the
3. Remove the lower arm mounting nut (B) and knuckle bolt.
mounting bolt (C). -2 Remove the self-locking nut (B) from the rear
suspension subframe.
4. Remove the lower arm (0) from the vehicle. -3 Remove the control arms (C) from the vehicle.
A B
12x 1.25mm 10x 1.25mm
59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 43 Ibf·ft) 54 N·m (5.5 kgf·m, 40 Ibf·ft)

D
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5. Install the lower arm in the reverse order of c
removal, and note these items:
3. Install the control arm in the reverse order of
• Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified removal, and note these items:
torque values.
• Before installing the wheel, clean the mating • Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified
surfaces on the brake disc and the inside of the torque values.
wheel. • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating
• Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if surfaces on the brake disc and the inside of the
necessary (see page 18-5). wheel.
• Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if
necessary (see page 18-5).

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Rear Suspension

DamperISpring Replacement

Exploded View

SELFOLOCKING NUT
10 x 1.25 mm
29 N·m 13.0 kgf.m. 22 Ibf·ft)
/ Replace.

( _____ WASHER
I@ _______ Check for weakness.
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@.. RUBBER BUSHING

~-----
0----___
MOUNT BASE

@ -COLLAR

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-----------RUBBER BUSHING

, __I_~-------- -.J --------RUBBER

SPRING MOUNT
CUSHION
Check for deterioration
DAMPER SPRING and damage.

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®~------SPRING
~
SEAT CUSHION
Check for deterioration
~ and damage.

~ BUMPSTOPPLATE
BUMP STOP
Check for weakness
and damage.

DUST COVER
Check for bending and damage.

DAMPER UNIT

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Special Tools Required DisassemblyIinspection
Strut Spring Compressor, 8ranick MST-580A or Model
7200, or equivalent, commercially available. 1. Compress the damper spring with a commercially
available strut spring compressor (A) according to
Removal the manufacturer's instructions, then remove the
self-locking nut (8). Do not compress the spring
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and make sure it is more than necessary to remove the self-locking nut.
securely supported. Remove the rear wheel.

2. Remove the rear bulkhead cover (see page 20-76).

3. Remove the two flange nuts (A).

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B

2. Release the pressure from the strut spring

compressor, then disassemble the damper as
shown in the Exploded View.

4. Remove the flange bolt (A) from the knuckle. 3. Reassemble all parts, except the spring.
B
A 10x 1.25 mm 4. Compress the damper by hand, and check for
10x 1.25 mm 39 N·m 14.0 kgf.m,
59 N·m 16.0 kgf·m, 29Ibf·ft) smooth operation through a full stroke, both
43lbf·ft) compression and extension. The damper should

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move smoothly. If it does not, replace it.

5. Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises, and binding

during these tests.

5. Remove the flange nut (8) from the stabilizer link.

6. Lower the rear suspension, and remove the

damper (C) from the vehicle.

NOTE: Damper springs are different, left and right.

Mark the springs Land R before you continue.

(cont'd)

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18-31
Rear Suspension

Damper/Spring Replacement (cont'd)

Reassembly 5. Install the washer(A), and loosely install a new self-

locking nut (8).
1. Install the damper unit on a commercially available B
strut spring compressor (A). 10x 1.25 mm
29 N·m (3.0 kgf·m. 22 Ibf·tt)

2. Assemble the damper in the reverse order of

disassembly, except for the washer and self-
locking nut. Align the bottom of the damper spring
and the spring lower seat (8).
A

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6. Hold the damper shaft with a hex wrench, and
tighten the self-locking nut.

3. Position the damper mounting base on the damper

unit.

4. Compress the damper spring with the spring

compressor.

18-32 ŁŁŁŁ
Installation 3. Raise the rear suspension with a floor jack until the
vehicle just lifts off the safety stand.
1. Lower the rear suspension, position the damper(A),
and loosely install the two flange nuts(B). 4. Tighten the flange bolt and nut on the bottom ofthe
B damper to the specified torque.
10x 1.25 mm
50 N·m (5.1 kgf·m,37 Ibf·ft)
5. Tighten the two flange nuts on top of the damper to

~(\ the specified torque.

6. Install the rear bulkhead cover (see page 20-76).

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7. Install the rear wheels.

A 8. Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if

necessary (see page 18-5).

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2. Loosely install the flange bolt(A)and nut(B).
A
10x 125 mm
"N~ ....m.43"."

B
10x 1.25mm
39 N·m (4.0 kgf.m,
29Ibf·ft)

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