Rear Axle Beam Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
Removal/Installation
  1. Remove the rear wheels.
  1. Remove the splash guard (A).
  1. Remove the wheel sensor (A).
  1. Remove the spindle (B) from the rear axle beam.
  1. Disconnect the brake line (A) from the brake hose (B), and remove the brake hose on the rear axle beam by removing the brake hose clips (C).
    Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
    NOTE: During installation, install the new clips.
  1. Place a floor jack under the center of the rear axle beam, and support it by raising the jack.
  1. Remove the rear axle beam mounting bolts on the right and left side, and remove the rear axle beam (A).
    NOTE: Use the new rear axle beam mounting bolts during reassembly.
  1. Remove the stabilizer bushing (A) if necessary.
  1. Install the rear axle beam in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • First install all the rear suspension components and lightly tighten bolts, then place a jack under the axle beam, and raise the suspension to load the vehicle weight before fully tightening bolts to specified torque values.
    • Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating surface of the hub bearing unit and the inside of the brake disc.
    • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surface of the brake disc and inside of the wheel.
    • After installing, fill the reservoir with new brake fluid, and bleed the brake system.
    • Check the brake hose and line joint for leaks, and tighten if necessary.
    • Check the brake hoses for interference and twisting.