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GENERAL GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 3-link, torsion axle with coil spring Suspension system Coil spring Free height and identification color Model 1.6 GL ALL Free height mm (in.) Identification color 339.0(13.34) Yellow 1 line 346.5(13.64) White 1 line 1.8 GL ALL 1.8 GLS ALL GL, GLS : Trim level Shock absorber Type Max. length Min. length Stroke Hydraulic, cylindrical, double acting type 619 mm (24.37 in.) 432 mm (17.01 in.) 187 mm (7.36 in.) SERVICE STANDARD Toe Camber 0 mm (0 in.
GENERAL LUBRICANT Recommended lubricant Wheel bearings, oil seal lip, inside surface of the hub and hub cap SAE J310a, Multi-purpose grease NLGI-2 or equivalent Quantity As required
GENERAL SPECIAL TOOLS Tool (Number and Name) Illustration Use 09546-11000 Spring compressor or J-38402 Compression of the front coil spring. 09555-28000 Torsion arm bushing remover and installer Removal and installation of the torsion arm bushing (use with 09216-21100). 09216-21100 Mounting bushing remover and installer base Removal and installation of the lateral rod bushing (use with 09545-21400, 09556-31000, 09555-28000).
5-5 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Probable cause Remedy Abnormal sound Loose installation parts Damaged or worn wheel bearings Faulty shock absorber Defective tire Retighten Replace Replace damaged parts Replace Poor ride control Excessive tire pressure Faulty shock absorber Loose wheel nuts Sagging or broken coil spring Defective tire Worn bushings Adjust pressure Replace Tighten to specified torque Replace Replace Replace Vehicle body tilts to one side Deformation of torsional axle and arm
55-6 GENERAL SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT The rear suspension assembly must be free of worn, loose or damaged parts prior to measurement of rear wheel alignment. Standard value Toe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 mm Camber...................................................... -40 NOTE The rear wheel alignment is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
REAR SUSPENSION REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS TORQUE : Nm (kg.cm, Ib.
55-8 REAR SUSPENSION REMOVAL 1. Remove the lateral rod assembly. 2. Hold the lateral rod to the axle beam with wire, etc. 3. Jack up the torsion axle and arm assembly. 4. Remove the shock absorber mounting nuts and trailing arm mounting bolts. INSPECTION 1. Check the trailing arm and axle beam for deformation or damage. 2. Check the torsion bar for damage. 3. Check the lateral rod for damage or deformation. 4. Check the bushings for crack, deterioration, or unusual wear. INSTALLATION 1.
REAR SUSPENSION 55-9 SHOCK ABSORBER COMPONENTS TORQUE : Nm (kg.cm, Ib.ft) DISASSEMBLY 1. Before removing the piston rod tightening nut, compress the coil spring using the special tool. CAUTION Do not use an air tool to compress the special tool.
55-10 REAR SUSPENSION 2. While holding the piston rod, remove the piston rod tightening nut. INSPECTION 1. Check the rubber parts for damage. 2. Check the coil springs for damage or deterioration. ASSEMBLY 1. As shown in the illustration, fit the dust cover to the cup assembly. Dust cover 2. With the position of the bracket assembly as shown in the figure, tighten the tightening nut according to the specified torque.
REAR SUSPENSION 55-11 TORSION AXLE, ARM ASSEMBLY AND LATERAL ROD COMPONENTS 80-100 (800-1000, 58-72) 80-100 (800-1000, 58-72 (1300-1506, 94-108) TORQUE : Nm (kg-cm, Ib.ft) DISASSEMBLY 1. Drive out and press in the arm bushing using the special tool.
55-12 2. REAR SUSPENSION Drive out and press in the lateral rod bushing using the special tool. ASSEMBLY 1. Install the trailing arm bushing with the special tool. 2. Press in the lateral rod bushing with the special tool. Press in the bushing so that the amount of projection is equal on either side.
55-13 REAR AXLE HUB REAR AXLE HUB COMPONENTS [Vehicles with drum brakes] Brake drum 150-200 (1500-2000, 108-145) Rear wheel bearing nut 50-60 (500-600, 36-43) TORQUE : Nm (kg.cm, Ib.ft) REMOVAL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
55-14 REAR AXLE HUB INSTALLATION 1. 2. Check the surface of bearings for seizure, discoloration or roughened raceway. Check the rear hub for wear or damage. NOTE The unit ball bearing must be replaced as an assembly. INSTALLATION 1. Before installing the rear hub assembly, inspect the rear wheel bearing nut using the following method to determine whether it is reusable or not. 1) Screw in the rear wheel bearing nut on the spindle until the gap shown in the illustration is achieved.
55-15 REAR AXLE HUB COMPONENTS Rear drum [Drum brake] [Disc brake] Inner bearing Rear axle assembly Outer bearing Oil seal Wheel bearing nut / Inner race TORQUE : Nm (kg.cm, Ib.ft) DISASSEMBLY I. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove the grease seal from the drum. 2. After removing grease from inside the hub, remove the bearing outer races, using a hammer and drift.
55-16 REAR AXLE HUB INSPECTION 1. Check for a damaged or worn bearing. 2. Check for a worn or damaged brake drum inside surface. 3. Check oil seal for crack or damage. ASSEMBLY 1. After applying the specified grease to the bearing surface, drive the bearing outer races into position. 09500-21000 09432-21700 2. 3. Install the inside bearing inner race. Install the grease seal and apply grease to the seal lips. NOTE Be sure to use a new grease seal. 4. Install the outside bearing inner race.
