Rear Knuckle Alignment Link: Service and Repair

Toe Link

Removal

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation is necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

NOTE: The toe link retainers are of a torque prevailing design and new bolts and nuts must be used during installation.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the toe link outboard nut and bolt and disconnect the toe link from the wheel knuckle.
^ To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.)

3. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the toe link ball Joint from turning while removing the nut.

Remove and discard the toe link inboard nut and remove the toe link.
^ To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.)

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
5. Check and, if necessary, align the rear end.