Rear Strut Rod: Removal

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REMOVE REAR WHEEL
SEPARATE PARKING BRAKE NO. 3 CABLE ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the bolt, and separate the parking brake No. 3 cable assembly.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Parking Brake No. 3 Cable Assembly Bolt
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REMOVE REAR STRUT ROD
1. Support the rear axle carrier with a jack.
  
  Fig 2: Supporting Rear Axle Carrier With Jack
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2. Remove the bolt and nut, and disconnect the strut rod (front side).
  NOTE: When removing the bolt, keep the nut from rotating.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Strut Rod (Front Side)
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3. Remove the bolt, nut and strut rod from the rear axle carrier.
  NOTE: When removing the bolt, keep the nut from rotating.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Rear Strut Rod Bolt
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