Rear Assist Arm: Installation

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Install the rear assist arm (A) mounting nut (B) to the cross member.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

90-120 (9-12, 65.1-86.8)

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Assist Arm And Mounting Nut
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Install the rear assist arm (A) ball joint self-locking nut (B) and the cotter pin.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

160-180 (16-18, 115.7-130.2)

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Assist Arm, Ball Joint Self-Locking Nut And Cotter Pin
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Install the brake caliper mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

50-60 (5.0-6.0, 36.2-43.4)

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts
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Install the wheel and the tire (A) to the rear hub (B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

90-110 (9-11, 65.1-79.5)

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Wheel & Tire, Rear Hub And Hub Bolts
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CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when installing the rear wheel and tire (A).