05/11/2024 06:35:13
Integral Link - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 31034102
- 2024-11-05: Added ride height setting steps to Installation section.
Warning
If the vehicle has air
suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and
supporting the vehicle.
Removal
- Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the nut and bolt that attach the integral link to the knuckle.
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Remove the nut and bolt that
attach the integral link to the lower control arm.
- Remove the integral link from the vehicle.
Installation
- Install the integral link to the vehicle.
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First install the bolt and nut that attach the integral link to the knuckle (torque at a later step) and then install
the bolt and nut that attach the integral link to the lower control arm (torque at a later step).
- Install a hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub, and then raise the jack to simulate the LH rear suspension at ride height.
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Measure the distance from the upper fore link to the bolt on the frame rail to
make sure LH suspension is set to ride height.
NoteDistance should be 85mm +/- 5 mm.
- Torque the LH integral link fasteners to 130 Nm.
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Remove the existing paint mark from the LH integral link fasteners, and then
mark the integral link fasteners with a paint pen.
NoteClean the area thoroughly so the new marking is not confused with the previous marking.
- Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.