Trailing Arm: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Raise the vehicle and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the trailing arm-to-knuckle bolt (2), washer (3) and bushing (4).





3. Remove the trailing arm to body bolt (2).
4. Remove the trailing arm (3) from the body (1).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the trailing arm-to-knuckle bolt (2), washer (3), and bushing (4).





2. Connect the trailing arm (3) to the body (1) and install the bolt (2).

Tighten
- Tighten the trailing arm to body 65 N.m (48 lb ft) plus a 120 degree rotation.
- Tighten the knuckle bolt to 69 N.m (51 lb ft).

3. Lower the vehicle.