Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Trailing Arm To Bracket Bolt And Nut

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Assemble the trailing arm and bracket.
Tighten: Tighten the trailing arm to bracket through bolt to 60 N.m (44 lb ft) plus 60 degrees.
Position the trailing arm to the vehicle.

Fig 2: Identifying Trailing Arm Bolts

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Install the trailing arm to knuckle bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 180 N.m (133 lb ft).
Connect the parking brake cable to the trailing arm. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Rear (Disc Brakes) or Park Brake Cable Replacement - Rear (Drum Brakes) .

Fig 3: Identifying Trailing Arm Bracket To Body Bolts

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Install the trailing arm bracket to body bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bracket to body bolts to 90 N.m (66 lb ft) plus 30 degrees.
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.