Removal And Installation

Tightening torque: 

107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb.ft)

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1. Loosen the trailing arm bolts (A) from the body.

   Tightening torque: 

   98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

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2. Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor wiring (A) by loosening the bolt (B).

   Tightening torque: 

   8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb.ft)

3. Remove the trailing arm (C) by loosening the bolts (D).

   Tightening torque: 

   137.3 - 156.9 N.m (14.0 - 16.0 kgf.m, 101.3 - 115.7 lb.ft)

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