Rear Strut Rod: Removal

REMOVE REAR WHEEL
REMOVE REAR STRUT ROD
1. Remove the bolt and separate the parking brake cable.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Parking Brake Cable Bolt
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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 2: Locating Strut Rod (Front Side) With Bolt
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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 3: Locating Strut Rod Bolt
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