Trailing Link: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Subaru Ascent. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

For the non-reusable parts, always use new parts.
Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.

Install the trailing link assembly rear.
Tightening torque:

90 N.m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.4 ft-lb)
Install the adapter cord EPB.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
Install the rear wheels and lower the vehicle.
Tightening torque:

120 N.m (12.2 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)
Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
- Inspection: Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>WHEEL ALIGNMENT>INSPECTION .
- Adjustment: Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>WHEEL ALIGNMENT>ADJUSTMENT .
Perform VDC sensor midpoint setting mode. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC CONTROL MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM & H/U)>ADJUSTMENT>VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE .
Perform the lane keep assist learning value clear. Ref. to EYESIGHT (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT .