Special Tools
CH-804 Drive Axle Seal Clamp Pliers
Removal Procedure
Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement.
Note: After removing the boot, inspect the steering linkage inner tie rod for evidence of corrosion or contamination. If none is evident, continue with the repair. If corrosion or contamination is evident, replace the inner tie rod.
Installation Procedure
Note: The steering gear boot must seat in the appropriate groove on the steering gear.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Hose Clamp
Procedure
Compress the power steering fluid reservoir outlet hose clamp from the power steering pump and power steering fluid reservoir.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Outlet Hose
Procedure
Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
Tip
Clean any excess power steering fluid from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Align the rear compartment floor panel.
Drill 4 mm (3/16 in) for rivets along the edges of the rear compartment
floor were you cant apply a resistance spot welder.
Clean and prepare the attaching surfaces for
spot welding and riveting.
Apply structural adhesive to all a ...
Rear Spring Replacement
Removal Procedure
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the
Vehicle.
Support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber.
Remove the lower shock bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement.
Using the tall jack stands, slowly lower the rear a ...
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards
and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious
injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
WA ...