Pic. 4.36. rear pillar
Withdrawal
Remove the wheel.
Remove the flange nut and brake caliper assembly.
Disconnect the parking brake mechanism.
Disconnect the wheel speed sensor wire and parking brake cable.
Remove the rear shock absorber assembly.
Pic. 4.37. Installing a jack under the trailing arm
Note. When removing the rear shock absorber, remove the rear shock absorber mounting bolt. Support the trailing arm with a jack (pic. 4.37).
If the rear shock absorber is removed, then the spring is removed easily.
Remove the rear wheel drive shaft from the rear axle assembly.
Pic. 4.38. Removing the upper and lower rear suspension arms
Using the special tool, remove the upper and lower rear suspension arms (pic. 4.38).
Pic. 4.39. Marking locations on the rear cross member and cams
Note. Put alignment marks on the rear cross member and cams (pic. 4.39).
Remove the trailing arm completely.
Remove the cardan shaft.
Note. The procedure for removing the driveshaft is described on page DS-9.
Loosen muffler fasteners for easier access.
Remove the rear cross member. Ensure clearance between fuel tank and differential housing.
Installation
Installation is made in an order, the return to removal.
Align the top and bottom end coils of the spring with the corresponding notches on the top and bottom strut cups.
After installation, add brake fluid and bleed the system.
Adjust the wheel.
Examination
Check the bushing for wear and deformation.
Check the lower and upper rear suspension arms for bends or damage.
Check the ball joint boot for cracks.
Check all bolts.
Check the initial moment of rotation of the ball bearings of the upper and lower arms.
If the boot is cracked, replace the ball joint assembly.
Rock the ball joint pin a few times to check for looseness.
Check the torque of the ball joint pin.
Rated torque: 1.0 - 3.5 Nm.
Note. If the pin torque is greater than the rated torque, replace the ball joint assembly.
Note. If the torque of the pin is less than the nominal torque, then the ball joint can be used further if there is no damage.