Leading Link Removal/Installation: Notes

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CAUTION:

Performing the following procedures could cause an open circuit in the rear ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before servicing, disconnect the rear ABS wheel-speed sensor and set it aside so that the wiring harness will not be pulled by mistake.

Remove the rear ABS wheel-speed sensor from the hub support.

Fig 1: Rear ABS Wheel-Speed Sensor Bolt With Torque Specification
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Remove the rear ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness from the bracket and set it aside so that it does not interfere with the servicing.

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Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspect the rear wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)

Fig 2: Leading Link Components With Torque Specification

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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1	Leading link inner bolt
2	Leading link outer bolt
3	Leading link (See Leading Link Installation Note .)