FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION SECTION

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CONTENTS
FRONT SUSPENSION ....................................................2 Precautions ..................................................................2 PRECAUTIONS .........................................................2 Preparation ..................................................................2 SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS ........................................2 COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLS ................................2 Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting ...........................................................4 NVH TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ............................4 Components.................................................................5 On-vehicle Service.......................................................6 FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS ...................................6 FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .....................................6 Coil Spring and Shock Absorber .................................9 COMPONENTS .........................................................9 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................10 DISASSEMBLY ........................................................10 INSPECTION ...........................................................10 ASSEMBLY .............................................................11 Stabilizer Bar .............................................................11 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................11 Transverse Link and Lower Ball Joint .......................12 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................12 INSPECTION ...........................................................13 Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................14 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT) .....................14 FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*1) .............14 LOWER BALL JOINT ...............................................14
WHEELARCH HEIGHT (UNLADEN*) .........................15 WHEEL RUNOUT ....................................................15

FE AT AX

REAR SUSPENSION.....................................................16 Precautions ................................................................16 PRECAUTIONS .......................................................16 Preparation ................................................................16 COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLS ..............................16 Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting .........................................................16 Components...............................................................17 On-vehicle Service.....................................................18 REAR SUSPENSION PARTS ...................................18 REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT .....................................18 Removal and Installation ...........................................20 REMOVAL ...............................................................21 INSTALLATION........................................................21 Coil Spring and Shock Absorber ...............................22 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............................22 DISASSEMBLY ........................................................22 INSPECTION ...........................................................22 ASSEMBLY .............................................................23 Torsion Beam, Lateral Link and Control Rod ............23 DISASSEMBLY ........................................................23 INSPECTION ...........................................................23 ASSEMBLY .............................................................24 Service Data and Specifications (SDS).....................25 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (REAR) .......................25 REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*) .................25

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FRONT SUSPENSION
Precautions

Precautions
PRECAUTIONS

NHSU0001

SBR686C

When installing rubber parts, final tightening must be carried out under unladen condition* with tires on ground. Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushes. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil. *: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions. After installing removed suspension parts, check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. Use flare nut wrench when removing or installing brake tubes. Always torque brake lines when installing. Lock nuts are unreusable parts; always use new ones. When replacing, do not wipe the oil off the new lock nut before tightening.

Preparation
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here. Tool number (Kent-Moore No.) Tool name HT72520000 (J25730-A) Ball joint remover Description Removing tie-rod outer end and lower ball joint
NHSU0002

NT146

COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLS

Tool name Attachment Wheel alignment Description Measure wheel alignment a: Screw M24 x 1.5 pitch b: 35 mm (1.38 in) dia. c: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia. d: 56 mm (2.20 in) e: 12 mm (0.47 in)
NT148

NHSU0003

1 Flare nut crowfoot 2 Torque wrench

Removing and installing each brake piping a: 10 mm (0.39 in)

NT360

SU-2

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Preparation (Contd)
Tool name Spring compressor Description Removing and installing coil spring

GI MA
NT717

EM LC EC FE AT AX

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SU-3

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Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting

Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting

NVH TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
SU-10, 22 SU-5, 17 SU-9, 20

=NHSU0004 NHSU0004S01

Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
SU-11 SU-6 SU-6 BR-7 BRAKES AX-3 AX-3 ST-5 STEERING TIRES ROAD WHEEL

Reference page

Bushing or mounting deterioration

Improper installation, looseness

Shock absorber deformation, damage or deflection

Incorrect wheel alignment

Parts interference

Incorrect tire size

Uneven tire wear

DRIVE SHAFT

Noise Shake SUSPENSION Vibration Shimmy Judder Poor quality ride or handling Noise Shake Symptom Vibration TIRES Shimmy Judder Poor quality ride or handling Noise ROAD WHEEL Shake Shimmy, Judder Poor quality ride or handling

: Applicable

SU-4

SUSPENSION

Non-uniformity

Spring fatigue

Possible Cause and SUSPECTED PARTS

Deformation or damage

Suspension looseness

Incorrect air pressure

Stabilizer bar fatigue

Out-of-round

Imbalance

AXLE

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Components

Components

NHSU0005

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SSU042

1. 2. 3.

Front suspension member Stabilizer bar Transverse link

4. 5.

Rebound stopper Knuckle

6. 7.

Strut assembly Coil spring

EL IDX

SU-5

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On-vehicle Service

On-vehicle Service
FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS
NHSU0006

SMA525A

Check front axle and front suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage. Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play. Make sure that cotter pin is inserted. Retighten all axle and suspension nuts and bolts to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Refer to FRONT SUSPENSION, SU-5. Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage. Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage. If ball joint dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace transverse link.

SFA392B

a)

b) c)
SFA818AA

Check spring height from top of wheelarch to the ground. Vehicle must be unladen*, parked on a level surface, and tires checked for proper inflation and wear (tread wear indicator must not be showing). *: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions. Bounce vehicle up and down several times before measuring. Standard height: Refer to SDS (SU-15). Spring height is not adjustable. If out of specification, check for worn springs or suspension parts. Check suspension ball joint end play. Jack up front of vehicle and set the stands. Clamp dial indicator onto transverse link and place indicator tip on lower edge of brake caliper. Make sure front wheels are straight and brake pedal is depressed. Place a pry bar between transverse link and inner rim of road wheel. While raising and releasing pry bar, observe maximum dial indicator value. Vertical end play: 0 mm (0 in) If ball joint movement is beyond specifications, remove and replace it.
NHSU0007

a) b) c) d) e)
SSU010

f)

FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Before checking front wheel alignment, be sure to make a preliminary inspection (Unladen*). *: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

SU-6

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On-vehicle Service (Contd)

Preliminary Inspection
1. 2. a. b.

NHSU0007S01

SFA975B

3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Check tires for wear and improper inflation. Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage. If deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout. Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance machine. Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration. Wheel runout (Dial indicator value): Refer to SDS, SU-15. Check front wheel bearings for looseness. Check front suspension for looseness. Check steering linkage for looseness. Check that front shock absorbers work properly. Check vehicle posture (Unladen).

GI MA EM LC EC FE AT

Camber, Caster and Kingpin Inclination

AX
NHSU0007S02

Camber, caster and kingpin inclination are preset at factory and cannot be adjusted. 1. Measure camber, caster and kingpin inclination of both right and left wheels with a suitable alignment gauge. Camber, caster and kingpin inclination: Refer to SDS, SU-14. 2. If camber, caster or kingpin inclination is not within specification, inspect front suspension parts. Replace damaged or worn out parts.
SRA096A

BR ST RS

Toe-in

NHSU0007S03

Measure toe-in using the following procedure. WARNING: Always perform the following procedure on a flat surface. Make sure that no person is in front of the vehicle before pushing it. 1. Bounce front of vehicle up and down to stabilize the posture. 2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft). 3. Put a mark on base line of tread (rear side) of both tires at the same height as hub center. These are measuring points.
AFA050

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4. 5.

Measure distance A (rear side). Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180 degrees (1/2 turn). If the wheels have rotated more than 180 degrees (1/2 turn), try the above procedure again from the beginning. Never push vehicle backward. 6. Measure distance B (front side). Total toe-in: Refer to SDS, SU-14.
SFA234AC

SU-7

FRONT SUSPENSION
On-vehicle Service (Contd)

7. a. b.

c.

Adjust toe-in by varying the length of steering tie-rods. Loosen lock nuts. Adjust toe-in by screwing tie-rods in and out. Standard length L: Refer to ST-30, SDS. Tighten lock nuts to specified torque. Lock nut tightening torque: Refer to ST-15, POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE.

SFA486A

Front Wheel Turning Angle

1. 2.

NHSU0007S04

Set wheels in straight-ahead position. Then move vehicle forward until front wheels rest on turning radius gauge properly. Rotate steering wheel all the way right and left; measure turning angle. Do not hold the steering wheel on full lock for more than 15 seconds. Wheel turning angle (Full turn): Refer to SDS, SU-14.

SFA439BA

3.

Check stopper bolt head to see whether it contacts stopper bracket at specified outside wheel angle. If not, adjust stopper bolt to contact stopper bracket at the correct angle. Adjust protrusion of stopper bolt before placing stopper bolt cap. Apply grease to face of stopper bracket that bolt touches. Tighten stopper bolt lock nut. : 54 - 72 Nm (5.5 - 7.3 kg-m, 40 - 53 ft-lb)

SSU023

SU-8

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Coil Spring and Shock Absorber

Coil Spring and Shock Absorber

COMPONENTS
=NHSU0008

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SSU056

EL
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Strut spacer Strut mount insulator Strut mount bracket Strut mount bearing Spring upper seat Spring rubber seat Bound bumper rubber 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Coil spring Shock absorber Suspension member Rebound stopper Wheel hub and steering knuckle Cotter pin 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Bush link pin Transverse link Stabilizer Connecting rod Stabilizer clamp Bushing

IDX

SU-9

FRONT SUSPENSION
Coil Spring and Shock Absorber (Contd)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

=NHSU0009

Remove shock absorber fixing bolt and nut (to hoodledge). Do not remove piston rod lock nut on vehicle.

SFA956A

DISASSEMBLY
1. 2.

NHSU0010

Set shock absorber on vise, then loosen piston rod lock nut. Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time. Compress spring with Tool so that shock absorber mounting insulator can be turned by hand. WARNING: Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are firmly hooked on the spring. The spring compressors must be tightened alternately so as not to tilt the spring.
SSU002

3.

Remove piston rod lock nut.

SSU003

INSPECTION Shock Absorber Assembly

NHSU0011 NHSU0011S01

Check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension. Check for oil leakage on welded or gland packing portions. Check piston rod for cracks, deformation or other damage. Replace if necessary.
NHSU0011S02

Mounting Insulator and Rubber Parts

Check cemented rubber-to-metal portion for separation or cracks. Check rubber parts for deterioration. Replace if necessary.
NHSU0011S06

Thrust Bearing

Check thrust bearing parts for unusual noise or excessive rattle in axial direction. Replace if necessary.
NHSU0011S03

Coil Spring

Check for cracks, deformation or other damage. Replace if necessary.

SU-10

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Coil Spring and Shock Absorber (Contd)

ASSEMBLY

NHSU0012

When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as shown in the figure at left.

GI MA EM
SFA508A

Install upper spring seat with its cutout facing the outer side of vehicle.

LC EC FE AT

SFA664A

Stabilizer Bar
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

NHSU0017

AX

Remove power steering gear. Refer to ST-16, POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE. Remove stabilizer bar.

BR ST

SSU027

When installing stabilizer, make sure that band and clamp face in their correct directions.

RS BT HA SC

SSU026

EL
Make sure that slit in bushing is in the position shown in the figure.

IDX

SFA604B

SU-11

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Stabilizer Bar (Contd)

Install stabilizer bar with ball joint socket properly placed.

SFA449BB

Check stabilizer for deformation or cracks. Replace if necessary. Check rubber bushings for deterioration or cracks. Replace if necessary. Check ball joint can rotate in all directions. If movement is not smooth and free, replace stabilizer bar connecting rod.

ARA027

Transverse Link and Lower Ball Joint

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. 2. 3. 4.
NHSU0018

Remove wheel bearing lock nut. Remove tie-rod ball joint. Remove strut lower bracket fixing bolts and nuts. Separate drive shaft from knuckle by slightly tapping drive shaft end. Cover boots with shop towel so as not to damage them when removing drive shaft.
SFA651A

5.

Separate lower ball joint stud from knuckle with suitable tool. Refer to AX-5, FRONT AXLE Wheel Hub and Knuckle.

SFA113A

6. 7. 8.

Remove fixing bolts. Remove transverse link and lower ball joint. Install fixing bolts in order of number. Tightening torque: Refer to FRONT SUSPENSION, SU-6. 9. During installation, final tightening must be carried out at curb weight with tires on the ground. 10. After installation, check wheel alignment. Refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE Front Wheel Alignment, SU-6.

SSU012

SU-12

FRONT SUSPENSION
Transverse Link and Lower Ball Joint (Contd)

INSPECTION Transverse Link

NHSU0019 NHSU0019S01

Check transverse link for damage, cracks or deformation. Replace it if necessary. Check rubber bushing for damage, cracks and deformation. Replace transverse link if necessary.

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Lower Ball Joint

NHSU0019S02

SFA858A

Check ball joint for play. Replace transverse link assembly if any of the following cases occur. Ball stud is worn, play in axial direction is excessive or joint is hard to swing. Before checking, turn ball joint at least 10 revolutions so that ball joint is properly broken in. Swinging force A: (measuring point: cotter pin hole of ball stud): 7.8 - 77.5 N (0.8 - 7.9 kg, 1.8 - 17.4 lb) Turning torque B: 0.50 - 4.90 Nm (5.1 - 50 kg-cm, 4.4 - 43.4 in-lb) Vertical end play C: 0 mm (0 in) Check dust cover for damage. Replace it and cover clamp if necessary.

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SU-13

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Service Data and Specifications (SDS)

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT)
Suspension type Shock absorber type Stabilizer bar Independent MacPherson strut Double-acting hydraulic Standard equipment
=NHSU0020

FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*1)

Tire size Camber Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum Nominal Maximum Left and right difference Caster Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum Nominal Maximum Left and right difference Kingpin inclination Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum Nominal Maximum Total toe-in Distance (A B) mm (in) Minimum Nominal Maximum Minimum Angle (left plus right) Degree minute (Decimal degree) Nominal Maximum Wheel turning angle Full turn*2 Minimum Inside Degree minute (Decimal degree) Nominal Maximum Outside Degree minute (Decimal degree) Nominal P225/50R17 100 (1.00) 015 (0.25) 030 (0.50) 45 (0.75) or less 200 (2.00) 245 (2.75) 330 (3.50) 45 (0.75) or less 1330 (13.50) 1415 (14.25) 1500 (15.00) 0 (0) 1 (0.04) 2 (0.08) 0 (0.00) 6 (0.10) 12 (0.20) 2930 (29.50) 3300 (33.0) 3400 (34.0) 2830 (28.50)

NHSU0021

P215/55R17

*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions. *2: On power steering models, wheel turning force (at circumference of steering wheel) of 98 to 147 N (10 to 15 kg, 22 to 33 lb) with engine idle.

LOWER BALL JOINT

Swinging force A (Measuring point: cotter pin hole of ball stud) Turning torque B Vertical end play C Nm (kg-cm, in-lb) mm (in) N (kg, lb) 7.8 - 77.5 (0.8 - 7.9, 1.8 - 17.4) 0.50 - 4.90 (5.1 - 50.0, 4.4 - 43.4) 0 (0)

NHSU0022

SU-14

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Service Data and Specifications (SDS) (Contd)

WHEELARCH HEIGHT (UNLADEN*)

=NHSU0041

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SFA818A

LC EC FE

Applied model Front (Hf) mm (in) Rear (Hr) mm (in)

Models with 225/50R17 tire 707 (27.83) 694 (27.32)

Models with P215/55R17 tire 712 (28.03) 704 (27.72)

*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

WHEEL RUNOUT
Steel wheel Wheel type Radial runout limit Lateral runout limit mm (in) mm (in) Aluminum Inside 0.3 (0.012) 0.3 (0.012) 0.8 (0.031) or less 1.0 (0.039) or less Outside

NHSU0023

AT
0.4 (0.016) or less 0.9 (0.035) or less

AX

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SU-15

REAR SUSPENSION
Precautions

Precautions
PRECAUTIONS

NHSU0024

SBR686C

When installing each rubber part, final tightening must be carried out under unladen condition* with tires on ground. Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushes. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil. *: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions. Use flare nut wrench when removing or installing brake tubes. After installing removed suspension parts, check wheel alignment. Do not jack up at the trailing arm and lateral link. Always torque brake lines when installing. Lock nuts are unreusable parts; always use new ones. When replacing, do not wipe the oil off of the new lock nut before tightening.

Preparation
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLS
Tool name Equivalent to GG94310000 1 Flare nut crowfoot 2 Torque wrench Description Removing and installing brake piping a: 10 mm (0.39 in)
NHSU0026

NT360

Spring compressor

Removing and installing coil spring

NT717

Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting

NHSU0027

Refer to Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting, FRONT SUSPENSION, SU-4.

SU-16

REAR SUSPENSION
Components

Components

NHSU0028

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SSU013

1. 2. 3.

Shock absorber mounting seal Coil spring Shock absorber

4. 5.

Suspension member Control rod

6. 7.

Lateral link Torsion beam

EL IDX

SU-17

REAR SUSPENSION
On-vehicle Service

On-vehicle Service
REAR SUSPENSION PARTS
NHSU0029

Check axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear or damage. Shake each rear wheel to check for excessive play.

SMA525A

Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Refer to REAR SUSPENSION, SU-17.

SSU014

Check shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage. Check wheelarch height. Refer to On-vehicle Service, FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS, SU-6.

SMA113

REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT

NHSU0030

Before checking rear wheel alignment, be sure to make a preliminary inspection (Unladen*). *: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

Preliminary Inspection
1. 2. a. b.

NHSU0030S01

SFA975B

3.

Check tires for wear and improper inflation. Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage. If deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout. Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance machine. Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration. Wheel runout (Dial indicator value): Refer to SDS, SU-15. Check front wheel bearings for looseness.

SU-18

REAR SUSPENSION
On-vehicle Service (Contd)

4. 5. 6. 7.

Check Check Check Check

front suspension for looseness. steering linkage for looseness. that front shock absorbers work properly. vehicle posture (Unladen).

GI MA EM

Camber

NHSU0030S02

Camber is preset at factory and cannot be adjusted. Camber: Refer to SDS, SU-25. If the camber is not within specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts.

LC EC FE AT

SFA948A

Toe-in

AX
NHSU0030S03

SFA614B

SFA234AC

Toe-in is preset at factory and cannot be adjusted. Measure toe-in using following procedure. If out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts. WARNING: Perform following procedure always on a flat surface. Make sure that no person is in front of the vehicle before pushing it. 1. Bounce rear of vehicle up and down to stabilize the posture. 2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft). 3. Put a mark on base line of the tread (rear side) of both tires at the same height of hub center. This mark is a measuring point. 4. Measure distance A (rear side). 5. Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180 degrees (1/2 turn). If the wheels have rotated more than 180 degrees (1/2 turn), try the above procedure again from the beginning. Never push vehicle backward. 6. Measure distance B (front side). Total toe-in: A B Refer to SDS, SU-25.

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SU-19

REAR SUSPENSION
Removal and Installation

Removal and Installation

NHSU0031

SSU015

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Washer Bushing Shock absorber mounting seal Shock absorber mounting bracket Distance tube

6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Bushing Bound bumper cover Bound bumper Coil spring Shock absorber

11. 12. 13. 14. 15.

Torsion beam Control rod Lateral link ABS sensor Suspension member

SU-20

REAR SUSPENSION
Removal and Installation (Contd)

REMOVAL

NHSU0031S01

SSU016

CAUTION: Before removing the rear suspension assembly, disconnect the ABS wheel sensor from the assembly. Failure to do so may result in damage to the sensor wires and the sensor becoming inoperative. Remove suspension assembly. 1. Remove tires, then remove brake hose lock plate. 2. Disconnect parking brake cable from caliper and remove brake caliper and rotor. Suspend caliper assembly with wire so as not to stretch brake hose. Be careful not to depress brake pedal, or piston will pop out. Make sure brake hose is not twisted. 3. Using a transmission jack, raise torsion beam a little, and remove nuts and bolts from the trailing arm, shock absorber assembly (lower side) and lateral link. 4. Lower transmission jack, and remove suspension. 5. Remove trunk room trim. Refer to BT-40, Trunk Room Trim. 6. Remove strut securing nuts (upper side). Then pull out strut assembly.

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SSU017

INSTALLATION

Install suspension assembly. CAUTION: Refill with new brake fluid DOT 3. Never reuse drained brake fluid. 1. Install suspension member. a. Temporarily tighten bolt 5. b. Tighten all bolts in numerical order shown in the figure. Tightening torque: Refer to SU-20.

NHSU0031S02

BR ST RS BT HA SC

SSU020

EL
2. 3. Attach control rod to lateral link. Do not tighten bolts at this time. Attach lateral link, control rod and torsion beam to vehicle. Do not tighten bolts at this time.

IDX

SSU018

SU-21

REAR SUSPENSION
Removal and Installation (Contd)

4.

Using a transmission jack to lift the torsion beam, place lateral link and control rod horizontally against torsion beam. Tighten bolts and nuts to specified torque.

SSU019

5. 6. 7.

Tighten lateral link at suspension member. Attach shock absorber assembly to vehicle. Then tighten the upper side of shock absorber assembly. Remove transmission jack and lower torsion beam so that the shock absorber assembly reaches full extension. Tighten torsion beam and lower side of shock absorber assembly to specified torque.

SSU021

Coil Spring and Shock Absorber

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Remove shock absorber upper and lower fixing nuts. Do not remove piston rod lock nut on vehicle.
NHSU0032

DISASSEMBLY
1.

NHSU0033

Set shock absorber in vise, then loosen piston rod lock nut. Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time. 2. Compress spring with Tool so that the shock absorber upper spring seat can be turned by hand. WARNING: Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are firmly hooked on the spring. The spring compressors must be tightened alternately so as not to tilt the spring. 3. Remove piston rod lock nut.

SRA806A

INSPECTION Shock Absorber Assembly

NHSU0034 NHSU0034S01

Check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension. Check for oil leakage on welded or gland packing portions. Check piston rod for cracks, deformation or other damage. Replace if necessary.
NHSU0034S02

Upper Rubber Seat and Bushing

Check rubber parts for deterioration or cracks. Replace if necessary.

SU-22

REAR SUSPENSION
Coil Spring and Shock Absorber (Contd)

Coil Spring

NHSU0034S03

Check for cracks, deformation or other damage. Replace if necessary.

GI MA EM
ASSEMBLY
Locate upper spring seat as shown.
NHSU0035

LC EC FE AT

SRA699A

When installing coil spring, be careful not to reverse top and bottom direction. (Top end is flat.) When installing coil spring on shock absorber, it must be positioned as shown in figure at left. CAUTION: Do not reuse piston rod lock nut.

AX

BR ST

SFA436B

Torsion Beam, Lateral Link and Control Rod

DISASSEMBLY

NHSU0036

RS BT HA SC EL

Remove torsion beam assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation, REAR SUSPENSION, SU-21. Remove lateral link and control rod from torsion beam.

INSPECTION

NHSU0037

SSU025

Check for cracks, distortion or other damage. Replace if necessary. Standard length: A 206.5 - 208.5 mm (8.13 - 8.21 in) B 393.5 - 395.5 mm (15.49 - 15.57 in) C 600 - 604 mm (23.62 - 23.78 in) D 106 - 108 mm (4.17 - 4.25 in) Check all rubber parts for wear, cracks or deformation. Replace if necessary.

IDX

SU-23

REAR SUSPENSION
Torsion Beam, Lateral Link and Control Rod (Contd)

ASSEMBLY
1.

NHSU0038

Temporarily assemble lateral link and control rod. When installing the control rod, connect the bush with the smaller inner diameter to the lateral link.

SRA793A

2.

Temporarily install lateral link and control rod on torsion beam. When installing, place lateral link with the arrow topside.

SSU022

3. 4.

Place lateral link and control rod horizontally against torsion beam, and tighten to the specified torque. Install torsion beam assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation, REAR SUSPENSION, SU-21.

SSU024

SU-24

REAR SUSPENSION
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)

Service Data and Specifications (SDS)

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (REAR)
Suspension type Shock absorber type Multi-link beam suspension Double-acting hydraulic
=NHSU0039

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REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (UNLADEN*)

Camber Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum Nominal Maximum Total toe-in Distance (A B) mm (in) Minimum Nominal Maximum Angle (left plus right) Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum Nominal Maximum 145 (1.75) 100 (1.00) 015 (0.25) 3 (0.12) 1 (0.04) 5 (0.20) 16 (0.27) 530 (0.09) 26 (0.43)

NHSU0040

*: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.

BR ST RS BT HA SC EL IDX

SU-25

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