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REAR TRAILING LINK (UPPER) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

BHE021428200W01

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

3. Inspect the rear wheel alignment.

(See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)

1 | Parking brake cable
2 | Caliper component (See Caliper Component Removal Note.)
3 | Disc plate
4 | Rear trailing link (upper) ball joint (See Rear Trailing Link (Upper) Ball Joint Removal Note.)
5 | Rear trailing link (upper)
6 | Dust boot (See Dust Boot Installation Note.)

## Caliper Component Removal Note

1. Hang the caliper component by the cable and move aside.

## Rear Trailing Link (Upper) Ball Joint Removal Note

1. Using the SST, disconnect the ball joint.

  Note

  • When removing the rear trailing link (upper) ball joint, the rear knuckle bushing may also come off. If it comes off, replace the rear knuckle.

## Dust Boot Installation Note

1. Wipe the grease off the ball joint stud.

2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.

3. Using the SST, install the dust boot to the ball joint.

4. Wipe off the excess grease.