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4) Hoist vehicle and remove both wheels referring to “Wheel Removal and Installation in Section 2D”.
5) Remove cotter pins and tie-rod end nuts, and then  disconnect both tie-rod ends  from steering knuckles 
referring to “Tie-Rod End Re moval and Installation in 
Section 6C”.
6) Disconnect couplers of torque sensor and P/S motor.
7) Remove suspension control arm referring to  “Suspension Control Arm / Bushing Removal and 
Installation”.
8) Remove stabilizer joints (1). When loosening joint nu t, hold stud with special 
tools.
Special tool
(A):  09900–00411 socket
(B):  09900–00413 5 mm
9) Support engine assemble by using supporting  device referring to “Engine Supporting Points in 
Section 0A”.
10) Disconnect muffler No.1 mounting (1) from  suspension frame (2). 11) Remove engine rear mounting bolts (1) from engine 
rear mounting (2).
12) Support front suspension frame (2) by using mission  jack (1).
13) Remove front suspension frame mounting bolts (1),  and then lower mission jack and remove front 
suspension frame (2) with st abilizer bar and steering 
gear case.
14) Remove steering gear case mounting No.1 bolts (1)  and No.2 bolts (2), then remove gear case (3) from 
front suspensio n frame (4).
11
(A)
(A)
(B)
(B)
I4RS0A220038-01
1
2
I4RS0A220040-01
3. Suspension frame
2
3 1
I4RS0A220041-01
2
1
I4RS0A220042-01
1
2 1
I4RS0A220043-01
1
3
4 2
I4RS0B220010-02  
         
        
        
     
        
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15) Remove stabilizer bar (1) and bushing from front 
suspension frame (2).
Installation 1) When installing stabilizer, loosely assemble all  components while insuring that  stabilizer is centered, 
side-to-side.
2) Install stabilizer bar (1),  stabilizer bushing (2) and 
stabilizer mounting bracket  (3) to front suspension 
frame as shown in figure.
NOTE
For correct installation of  stabilizer bar, side-
to-side, be sure that stopper ring (4) on 
stabilizer bar aligns with mount bush, both 
right and left, as shown in figure.
 
3) Tighten stabilizer bar mounting bracket bolts to  specified torque.
Tightening torque
Stabilizer bar mounting bracket bolt (a):  23 N·m (
2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 lb-ft) 4) Mount steering gear case
 (1) to front suspension 
frame (2) and tighten gear case mounting No.1 bolts 
(3) and No.2 bolts (4) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Steering gear case mounting No.1 bolt (a):  55 
N·m (5.5 kgf-m, 40.0 lb-ft)
Steering gear case mounting No.2 bolt (b):  55 
N·m (5.5 kgf-m, 40.0 lb-ft)
5) Support front suspension frame (2) with stabilizer bar  by using mission jack (1), and jack up it.
6) Align lugs (1) (right and left) of front suspension  frame with holes (2) in vehicle body respectively.
F: Forward
1
2I4RS0A220044-01
I4RS0A220055-01
3, (a)
1
2 4, (b)
I4RS0B220011-02
2
1
I4RS0A220046-01
1
2
I4RS0A220047-01  
         
        
        
     
        
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7) Tighten front suspension frame mounting bolts (a) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Front suspension frame mounting bolt (a):  150 
N·m (15.0 kgf-m, 108.5 lb-ft)
8) Lower mission jack.
9) Tighten engine rear mounting bolts (a) to specified  torque.
Tightening torque
Engine rear mounting bolt (a):  55 N·m (5.5 kgf-
m, 40.0 lb-ft)
10) Connect muffler No.1 mounting (1) to front  suspension frame (2). 11) Remove supporting device from engine.
12) Install stabilizer joints  (1), and tighten nuts to 
specified torque.
When tightening, hold stud with special tools.
Special tool
(A):  09900–00411 socket
(B):  09900–00413 5 mm
Tightening torque
Stabilizer joint nut (a):   50 N·m (5.0 kgf-m, 36.5 
lb-ft)
2. Engine rear mounting 3. Suspension frame
(a)
(a)
I4RS0A220048-01
2
3 (a)
I4RS0A220049-01
1
2
I4RS0A220040-01
1 1
(A)
(A)
(a) (a)
(B)
(B)
I4RS0A220051-01  
         
        
        
     
        
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13) Install suspension control arm referring to 
“Suspension Control Arm / Bushing Removal and 
Installation”.
14) Connect couplers of torque sensor and P/S motor.
15) Connect tie-rod ends to knuckles (right & left) and  then install cotter pins  referring to “Tie-Rod End 
Removal and Installa tion in Section 6C”.
16) Be sure that steering wheel and brake discs (right &  left) are all straight-ahead position and then insert 
steering lower shaft (5) into steering pinion shaft (3) 
with matching marks (4).
17) Tighten steering shaft joint lower bolt (1) and upper  bolt (2) to specified torque (Lower side first and then 
upper side).
Tightening torque
Steering shaft joint bolt (a):  25 N·m (2.5 kgf-m, 
18.5 lb-ft)
18) Install both wheels and tighten wheel bolts to  specified torque.
Tightening torque
Wheel bolt:  85 N·m (8.5 kgf-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
19) Lower hoist.
20) Check toe setting. Adjust as required refer to “Front  Wheel Alignment Inspection and Adjustment”.
Front Suspension Frame CheckS7RS0B2206016
Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
If defective, replace.
Front Stabilizer Bar, Bushing and/or Joint 
Check
S7RS0B2206017
Stabilizer Bar
Inspect for damage or deformation.
If defective, replace.
Stabilizer Bushing
Inspect for damage, wear or deterioration.
If defective, replace.
Stabilizer Joint
1) Check for smooth rotation.
2) Check damages of ball stud.
3) Check damages of dust cover.
NOTE
Stabilizer joint (1) cannot be disassembled.
 
If there is any damage to either parts, stabilizer joint 
assembly must be replaced as a complete unit.
Front Suspension Fasteners CheckS7RS0B2206018
Check each bolt and nut fastening suspension parts for 
tightness. Tighten loose one, if any, to specified torque, 
referring to “Front Suspension Construction”.
5
4
1, (a)
3
2, (a)
1, (a)
5
I4RS0B630016-01
I4RS0A220054-01
I4RS0A220052-01
I4RS0A220056-01
1
I4RH01220007-01  
         
        
        
     
        
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Specifications
Tightening Torque SpecificationsS7RS0B2207001
NOTE
The specified tightening torque is also described in the following.
“Front Suspension Construction”
“Front Strut Assembly Components”
“Front Wheel Hub and Steering Knuckle Components”
“Front Suspension Frame, Stabilizer Bar and/or Bushings Components”
 
Reference:
For the tightening torque of fastener not specified in this section, refer to “Fasteners Information in Section 0A”.
Fastening part
Tightening torque
Note
N ⋅mkgf-mlb-ft
Tie-rod end lock nut 454.5  32.5  )
Strut bracket nut 909.0  65.5  ) /  )
Brake hose mounting bolt 252.5  18.0  )
Stabilizer joint nut 505.0  36.5  ) /  )
Strut nut 505.0  36.5  )
Wheel nut 858.5  61.5  ) /  )  /  )
Strut support lower nut 505.0  36.5  )
Suspension control arm ball joint nut 606.0  43.5  ) /  )
Wheel speed sensor mounting bolt 111.1  8.0  )
Caliper carrier bolt 858.5  61.5  )
Drive shaft nut 200 20.0  145.0 )
Suspension control arm front bolt 959.5  68.0  )
Suspension control arm rear bolt 959.5  68.0  )
Stabilizer bar mounting  bracket bolt 232.3  17.0  )
Steering gear case mounting No.1 bolt 555.5  40.0  )
Steering gear case mounting No.2 bolt 555.5  40.0  )
Front suspension frame mounting bolt 150 15.0  108.5 )
Engine rear mounting bolt 555.5  40.0  )
Steering shaft joint bolt 252.5  18.5  )
Wheel bolt 858.5  61.5  )  
         
        
        
     
        
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Special Tools and Equipment
Special ToolS7RS0B2208001
09900–0041109900–00413
Hexagon bit socket Hexagon bit (5 mm)
 )  /  )  /  )  /  )  /  ) )  /  )  /  )
09900–00414 09913–65810
Hexagon bit (6 mm) Crankshaft bearing puller
 )  /  ) )
09913–75510 09913–75520
Bearing installer Bearing installer
 )  /  ) )
09913–75821 09913–85230
Bearing installer attachment Bearing remover tool
 )  /  ) )
09926–68310 09940–71431
Differential bevel pinion 
bearing installer Suspension spring 
compressor
 ) )  /  )
09942–15511 09943–17912
Sliding hammer Wheel hub remover
 ) )
09943–76310 09951–18210
Bush remover Oil seal remover & installer 
No. 2
 )  /  ) )  
         
        
        
     
        
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Suspension
Rear Suspension
General Description
Rear Suspension ConstructionS7RS0B2301001
I6RS0C230001-03
A: View A7. Circlip 14. Spindle cap : 90 N⋅m (9.0 kgf-m, 65.0 lb-ft)
1. Rear coil spring 8. Rear trailing arm bolt 15. Wheel hub : 85 N⋅m (8.5 kgf-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
2. Rear spring upper seat 9. Rear shock absorber upper 
nut 16. Washer
: 175 N⋅m (17.5 kgf-m, 126.5 lb-ft)
3. Rear shock absorber 10. Rear shock absorber lower nut “F”: Vehicle front : 88 N⋅m (8.8 kgf-m, 64.0 lb-ft)
4. Rear axle 11. Rear spindle bolt “I”: Body inside : Do not reuse.
5. Wheel bearing : Seal side of bearing comes 
brake back plate side. 12. Wheel nut
: 73 N⋅m (7.3 kgf-m, 53.0 lb-ft)
6. Brake disc 13. Rear spindle nut
: Caulk spindle nut as shown 
“a”. :28 N
⋅m (2.8 kgf-m, 20.0 lb-ft)  
         
        
        
     
        
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Repair Instructions
Rear Wheel Alignment InspectionS7RS0B2306017
Measure toe and camber referring to “Front Wheel 
Alignment Inspection and Adjustment in Section 2B”.
NOTE
Rear suspension is not adjustable structure.
 
Rear toe (total)
: IN 3.8 ± 3.8 mm (IN 0.1969  ± 0.1969 in)
Rear camber
: –1 ° ± 1
If measured value is out of specified value, check 
following items for damage, deformation and crack.
• Rear axle (torsion beam)
• Spindle, wheel hub or wheel bearing
• Vehicle body
Rear Shock Absorber Removal and InstallationS7RS0B2306001
Removal 1) Hoist vehicle and remove rear wheels.
2) Remove tail end member trim (1) and quarter inner  trim (2).
3) Support rear axle by using floor jack to prevent it  from lowering.
4) Remove shock absorber lower nut.
5) Remove shock absorber upper nut. Then remove  shock absorber, a pair of upper washers and lower 
washer. Installation
1) Install shock absorber (1), a pair of upper washers  (2) and lower washer.
Tighten new rear shock absorber upper nut (4) and 
lower nut temporarily  at this step.
CAUTION! 
Never reuse the removed rear shock 
absorber upper nut.
 
NOTE
A pair of upper washers (2) are installed as 
shown in figure.
 
3. Clip
3
3 2
3
1
3
I7RS0B230001-01
3. Body panel
14
3 2
I6RS0C230005-01