Removal And Installation

Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub.
Tightening torque:

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

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

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Support the jack and then remove the carrier bolt (B).
Tightening torque:

156.9 ~ 176.5 N.m (16.0 ~ 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 ~ 130.2 lb-ft)

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Remove the spring (A), the upper pad (B) and the lower pad (C).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Check the rear alignment.
(Refer to Rear Suspension System - "REAR ALIGNMENT ")