Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub.
Tightening torque:
88.2 ~ 107.8 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 ~ 79.5 lb-ft)
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
Remove the rear shock absorber.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear Shock Absorber")
Remove the rear upper arm.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear upper arm")
Remove the rear lower arm.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear lower arm")
Remove the trailing arm.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Trailing arm")
Remove the rear assist arm.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "Rear assist arm")
Remove the muffler.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Center muffler")
Loosen the mounting bolts and then remove the rear cross member (A) from the frame.
Tightening torque:
156.9 ~ 176.5N.m(16.0 ~ 18.0kgf.m, 115.7~130.2lb-ft)
Install in the reverse order of removal.