Remove the rear wheel & tire.
Tightening torque:
88.3 ~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft)
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel & tire.
Loosen the bolt & nut and then disconnect the shock absorber (A) with the rear axle.
Tightening torque :
137.3~156.9N.m(14.0~16.0Kgf.m, 101.3~115.7lb-ft)
When removing the bolt, remove the shock absorber in no-load condition by using the transmission jack.
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear upper arm (A) from the rear axle.
Tightening torque:
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m(14.0 ~ 16.0kgf.m, 101.3 ~ 115.7lb-ft)
Must be separate the upper arm & upper arm mounting bolt at the rear carrier assembly before remove the rear brake caliper.
When removing the bolt, remove the upper arm in no-load condition by using the transmission jack.
Loosen the bolt & nut and then remove the rear upper arm (A) from the sub frame.
Tightening torque:
156.9 ~ 176.5N.m(16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2lb-ft)
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Install the rear upper arm so that the letter "R" can face the rear of vehicle.
Check the wheel alignment.
(Refer to SS group - "Tires/Wheels")