Toe Link: Installation

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1.
- 1.
  
  NOTE: Only tighten the bolt finger tight at this stage.
  
  Position the toe link and install the new toe link-to-subframe bolt.
- 2.
  
  NOTE: Only tighten the nut and bolt finger tight at this stage.
  
  Install the new toe link-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.

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2.

Use a jackstand to raise the rear suspension to ride height.

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3.

NOTE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension supported at ride height or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise toe link and bushing damage may occur.
- 1.
  
  Tighten the new toe link-to-subframe bolt.
  - Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
- 2.
  
  Tighten the new toe link-to-wheel knuckle bolt and nut.
  - Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).

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4.

Install the rear wheel and tire. REFER to Wheels and Tires

5.

Check and if necessary adjust rear toe. REFER to Suspension System - General Information