Section 07 REAR SUSPENSION
Subsection 01 (SC SUSPENSION)
DESCRIPTION TIGHTENING TORQUE
Adjuster lock nut 19 N•m (168 lbf•in)
Stopper straps nuts
(on strap adjuster)
21 N•m(15lbf•ft)
Stopper strap(s) nuts
11 N•m(97lbf•in)
REAR SPRING REMOVAL
Lift rear of vehicle and support it off the ground.
Decrease spring preload by turning cams accord-
ingly.
A35F08A
1
DECREASE SPRING PRELOAD
Unbolt rear arm top axle from chassis.
A33F59C
1
1. Unbolt rear a
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Remove spring supports.
WARNING
Supports are spring loaded.
A33F5PA
TYPICAL — REMOVE SPRING SUPPORTS
Loosen set screw from locking rings.
Remove the following on both sides:
– locking ring
– top idler wheel
– spring.
A33F59D
1
4
2
3
1. Set screw
2. Locking ring
3. Idler wheel
4. Spring
REAR SPRING INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse of removal procedure.
Pay attention to the following details.
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