TSB-23-33-001

SUBJECT:
CORRECTION AND ADDITION OF FRONT AND REAR
SUSPENSION INSPECTION PROCEDURES
– SERVICE MANUAL REVISION
No::
DATE:
TSB-23-33-001
January 2023
MODEL:
See below
CIRCULATE TO:
[ ] GENERAL MANAGER
[ X ] PARTS MANAGER
[ X ] TECHNICIAN
[ X ] SERVICE ADVISOR
[ X ] SERVICE MANAGER
[ X ] WARRANTY PROCESSOR
[ ] SALES MANAGER
PURPOSE
This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension
inspection procedures.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
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2014-2015 and 2017-2022 Mirage
2017-2022 Mirage G4
2014-2020 Outlander
2018-2021 Outlander PHEV
2011-2022 Outlander Sport
2018-2020 and 2022 Eclipse Cross
AFFECTED SERVICE MANUAL
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2014-2015 and 2017-2022 Mirage Service Manual, Group 33/34-Front/Rear Suspension
2017-2022 Mirage G4 Service Manual, Group 33/34-Front/Rear Suspension
2014-2020 Outlander Service Manual, Group 33/34-Front/Rear Suspension
2018-2021 Outlander PHEV Service Manual, Group 33/34-Front/Rear Suspension
2011-2022 Outlander Sport Service Manual, Group 33/34-Front/Rear Suspension
2018-2020 and 2022 Eclipse Cross Service Manual, Group 33/34-Front/Rear Suspension
PROCEDURE
Please use the attached chart on the following pages and replace the indicated pages in
the affected Service Manuals, Group 33 Front Suspension and 34 Rear Suspension.
Copyright 2023, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
The information contained in this bulletin is subject to change. For the latest version of this document, go to the
Mitsubishi Dealer Link, MEDIC, or the Mitsubishi Service Information website (www.mitsubishitechinfo.com).
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MIRAGE
Applicable manual
2014
MIRAGE
Service Manual
Pub. No.
MSCD-016B-2014
2015
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2015
2017
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2017
2018
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2018
2019
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2019
2020
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2020
2021
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2021
2022
MIRAGE
Service Manual
MSCD-016B-2022
1/12/2023
Applicable title (INFO-ID/SIE No.)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-12001-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-66300-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M341-01-101-33102-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-25900-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-12001-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-87800-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M341-01-101-41601-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-26000-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-23801-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-87800-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT” (M341-01-101-47200-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-26000-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-38000-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-87800-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M341-01-101-47200-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-26000-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-38000-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-87800-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M13410110A001200)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-26000-01)
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MIRAGE G4
Applicable manual
2017
MIRAGE G4
Service Manual
Pub. No.
MSCD-018B-2017
2018
MIRAGE G4
Service Manual
MSCD-019B-2018
2019
MIRAGE G4
Service Manual
MSCD-019B-2019
2020
MIRAGE G4
Service Manual
MSCD-019B-2020
2021
MIRAGE G4
Service Manual
MSCD-019B-2021
2022
MIRAGE G4
Service Manual
MSCD-019B-2022
1/12/2023
Applicable title (INFO-ID/SIE No.)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-12001-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-88900-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M341-01-101-41601-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-27100-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-23801-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-88900-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M341-01-101-49400-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-27100-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-39100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-88900-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M341-01-101-49400-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-27100-01)
Added below “LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-00-861-39100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-88900-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-60100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-37100-01)
Added below “REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT”
(M13410110A001100)
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-01-630-27100-01)
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OUTLANDER
Applicable manual
Pub. No.
2014

OUTLANDER
MSCD-007B-2014
Service Manual

2015
MSCD-007B-2015
OUTLANDER
Service Manual
2016
OUTLANDER
Service Manual

MSCD-007B-2016
2017
OUTLANDER
Service Manual

MSCD-007B-2017
Applicable title (INFO-ID/SIE No.)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-18100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-64103-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-40700-01)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-02700-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-251-02602-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-24600-01)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-18100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-64103-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-40700-01)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-02700-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-251-02602-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-24600-01)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-18100-01)

MSCD-007B-2018
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-64104-01)
Attached
sheet 11
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-40700-01)
Attached
sheet 11 (3/3)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-02700-01)
Attached
sheet 12
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-251-11200-01)
Attached
sheet 14
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-24600-01)
Attached
sheet 15
Applicable title (INFO-ID/SIE No.)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-18100-01)
Contents
Attached
sheet 9
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-64104-01)
Attached
sheet 11
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-40700-01)
Attached
sheet 11 (3/3)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-02700-01)
Attached
sheet 12
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-251-11200-01)
Attached
sheet 14
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-24600-01)
Attached
sheet 15
2018
OUTLANDER
Service Manual
2019
OUTLANDER
Service Manual

MSCD-007B-2019

MSCD-007B-2020
2020
OUTLANDER
Service Manual
Contents
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OUTLANDER PHEV
Applicable manual
Pub. No.

2018
MSCD-027B-2018
OUTLANDER PHEV
Service Manual
2019
OUTLANDER PHEV
Service Manual

MSCD-027B-2019
2020
OUTLANDER PHEV
Service Manual

MSCD-027B-2020
2021
OUTLANDER PHEV
Service Manual

MSCD-027B-2021
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OUTLANDER SPORT
Applicable manual
Pub. No.
2011

OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2011
RVR
Service Manual
Applicable title (INFO-ID/SIE No.)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-16900-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-45803-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-58200-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-35900-01)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-08300-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-250-92604-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-29100-01)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-16900-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-45803-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-58200-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-35900-01)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-08300-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-250-92604-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-29100-01)
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-16900-01)
Contents
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STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-111-45803-01)
Attached
sheet 17
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-58200-01)
Attached
sheet 17 (2/2)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION (DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY)
(M332-00-140-35900-01)
Attached
sheet 18
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-08300-01)
Attached
sheet 19

2021
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2021
RVR
Service Manual
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-250-92604-01)
Attached
sheet 23

2022
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2022
RVR
Service Manual
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-29100-01)
Attached
sheet 23 (2/3)
2012

OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2012
RVR
Service Manual

2013
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2013
RVR
Service Manual

2014
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2014
RVR/ASX
Service Manual
2015

OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2015
RVR/ASX
Service Manual

2016
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2016
RVR/ASX
Service Manual

2017
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2017
RVR/ASX
Service Manual

2018
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2018
RVR
Service Manual

2019
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2019
RVR
Service Manual

2020
OUTLANDER SPORT/ MSCD-017B-2020
RVR
Service Manual
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ECLIPSE CROSS
Applicable manual
Pub. No.
2018
ECLIPSE CROSS
Service Manual
MSCD-020B-2018
2019
ECLIPSE CROSS
Service Manual
MSCD-020B-2019
2020
ECLIPSE CROSS
Service Manual
MSCD-020B-2020
2022
ECLIPSE CROSS
Service Manual
MSCD-020B-2022
1/12/2023
Applicable title (INFO-ID/SIE No.)
Contents
Added below “BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK”
(M332-01-320-18100-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M332-00-112-06400-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M332-00-120-40700-01)
Added below “STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION”
(M341-01-910-02700-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M341-00-251-14500-01)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
(M341-00-260-24601-01)
STRUT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M13320011A004400)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(M13410025A002500)
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FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
M1332008601120
1. Press the lower arm ball joint dust cover with your finger to
check that there are no cracks or damage in the lower arm

ball joint cover.
STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION 2. If the lower arm ball joint dust cover is cracked or damaged,
replace the lower arm assembly.
Check for the following items. If there is any abnorNOTE: If the lower arm ball joint dust cover is cracked or
mality, replace the faulty part.
damaged, it is possible that there may also be damage to
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
the ball joint.
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil
spring
 Crack of the strut insulator rubber, spring pad
(upper) and spring pad (lower)
 Damage and deformation of the strut damper
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1332001101663
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 are the nut with friction coefficient stabilizer. In removal, ensure there is
no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten them to the
specified torque.
Post-installation Operation
 Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
4
47 ± 11 N·m
35 ± 8 ft-lb
5
1
2
5.0 ± 2.0 N·m
44 ± 18 in-lb
3
67 ± 6 N·m
49 ± 4 ft-lb
*1
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FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
Removal steps
Removal steps
>>A<<
1.
2.
Brake hose grommet
Front wheel speed sensor harness
 >>AA<<
bracket
3.
4.
5.
Knuckle connection
Strut nut
Strut assembly
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>>A<< BRAKE HOSE GROMMET INSTALLATION
 Attached sheet 3 (2/2)
Insert grommet to knuckle bracket securely as shown. The
notch of grommet must be coincided with the top end of
knuckle bracket.
Notch
Grommet
Knuckle bracket
ACB03325AB

INSPECTION
M1332001200601
 Check for oil leaks from the strut assembly.
 Check the strut assembly for damage or deformation.
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
M1332001301184
ACC01953
1
44 ± 5 N·m
32 ± 4 ft-lb
2
3
11
4
5
12
6
7
8
13
9
10
14
ACC05711 AB
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>>AA<< STRUT ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
Before installing the strut assembly, check for the
following items. If there is any abnormality, replace
the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil
spring
 Crack of the strut insulator rubber, spring pad
(upper) and spring pad (lower)
 Damage and deformation of the strut damper
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FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1332001101878
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 are the nut with friction coefficient stabilizer. Prior to reinstallation,
ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and
tighten them to the specified torque.
Post-installation Operation
 Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
4
5
47 ± 11 N·m
35 ± 8 ft-lb
6
1
2
5.0 ± 2.0 N·m
44 ± 18 in-lb
67 ± 6 N·m
49 ± 4 ft-lb
3
*1
ACF03592AD
>>B<<
1.
2.
3.
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Removal steps
Brake hose grommet
Front wheel speed sensor harness bracket
Knuckle connection
>>A<<
 >>AA<<
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5.
6.
Removal steps (Continued)
Strut nut
Strut house stiffener
Strut assembly
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FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
 >>AA<< STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Before installing the strut assembly, check for the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the
faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil
spring
 Crack of the strut insulator rubber, spring pad (upper)
and spring pad (lower)
 Damage and deformation of the strut damper
>>A<< STRUT HOUSE STIFFENER INSTALLATION
.
Inside of vehicle
Strut assembly
Arrow markings
Install the strut house stiffener so that the two arrow markings
on the strut house stiffener face in the direction shown in the
figure.
Front of
vehicle
Strut house stiffener
ACF03593 AF
.
>>B<< BRAKE HOSE GROMMET INSTALLATION
Insert grommet to knuckle bracket securely as shown. The
notch of grommet must be coincided with the top end of
knuckle bracket.
Notch
Grommet
Knuckle bracket
ACB03325AB

INSPECTION
M1332001200601
 Check for oil leaks from the strut assembly.
 Check the strut assembly for damage or deformation.
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Attached sheet 5
STRUT ASSEMBLY
MB991794
MB991829
CAUTION
Be careful that the hand is not pinched by the coil spring
when aligning the piston rod with the hole of upper insulator while compressing the coil spring.
2. While passing the strut piston rod through the hole of upper
insulator by hand, slowly compress the coil spring by the
following special tool:
 Spring compressor (MB991793)
 Attachment A (MB991795)
 Arm bracket (MB991829)
 Upper plate (MB991794)
 Fixture (MB991830)
MB991830
MB991795
MB991793
ACB05816 AB
Hexagon nut wrench
MB991681
Strut nut
CAUTION
The locking nut for the piston rod inside the strut may be
loose. Do not use the impact wrench to loosen the strut
nut.
3. Counterhold the piston rod, then use the wrench (special
tool: MB991681) to tighten the strut nut to the specified
torque.
Tightening torque: 44  5 Nm (32  4 ft-lb)
AC603050AE

INSPECTION
M1332001400371
 Check the strut bearing for wear or rust.
 Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
 Check the coil spring for deformation, deterioration or damage.
 Check the strut for deformation.
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REAR SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
 Difference between right and left wheels must be 030' or
less.
 The camber is pre-adjusted at factory and is not adjustable.
 For vehicles with aluminum wheels, tighten special tool
wheel alignment gauge attachment (MB991004) to the
specified torque, then measure the camber.
MB991004
AC608295AB
CAUTION
 Before securely tightening the self-locking nuts, make
sure there is no load on the wheel bearings. Otherwise
the wheel bearing will be damaged.
 Use an manual tool only to tighten the self-locking nut.
(Do not use an electric or air tool).
 Do not tighten the self-locking nut more than eight
turns per one minute.
AC104763
 SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
INSPECTION
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber assembly
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the upper spring pad, lower spring pad,
upper bushing and lower bushing
• Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
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REAR SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
STEP 3. Check the torsion axle arm assembly for
deformity or damage.
Q: Are the torsion axle arm assembly in good
condition?
YES : Go to Step 4.
NO : Replace the faulty part, and then go to Step
STEP 4. Retest the system.
Q: Is the malfunction eliminated?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO : Return to Step 1.
4.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT
M1341011001472
Measure wheel alignment with an alignment equipment on
level ground.
The rear suspension, wheels, and tires should be serviced to
the normal condition prior to wheel alignment measurement.
.
TOE-IN
Standard value:
At the center of tire tread: 2.5  3 mm (0.10  0.12
inch)
NOTE: .
The toe-in is pre-adjusted at factory and is not adjustable.
.
CAMBER
Required Special Tools:
 MB991004: Wheel Alignment Gauge Attachment
Standard value: 100'  045'
NOTE: .
 Difference between right and left wheels must be 030' or
less.
 The camber is pre-adjusted at factory and is not adjustable.
.
 For vehicles with aluminium wheels, we recommend that a
compensator be used to measure the camber.
Compensator
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
INSPECTION
AC305848 AC
1/12/2023
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber assembly
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the upper spring pad, lower spring pad,
upper bushing and lower bushing
• Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
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Attached sheet 8 (1/2)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341016300259
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle
standing on the ground and the curb weight condition.
2
3
27 ± 2 N·m
20 ± 1 ft-lb
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
9
10
1
116 ± 11 N·m*1
86 ± 8 ft-lb *1
ACB03392AB
<>
1.

2.
3.
4.
Removal steps
Bolt (Securing the shock absorber
assembly to the torsion axle arm
assembly)
Maintenance lid (refer to GROUP
52A − Interior Trim).
Self-locking nut
Washer
Collar

>>A<<
>>A<<
>>A<<
>>AA<<
Removal steps (Continued)
5. Upper bushing
6. Lower bushing
7. Cup
8. Bump stopper
9. Shock absorber assembly
10. Lower spring pad
11. Upper spring pad
12. Coil spring

Pre-installation inspection
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> BOLT REMOVAL
.
Jack up and support the torsion axle arm assembly, and
remove the bolt.
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REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING
NOTE: Do not support the torsion beam in order to prevent
damage.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
 >>AA<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock absorber
assembly
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the upper spring pad, lower spring pad, upper
bushing and lower bushing
 Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
>>A<< COIL SPRING/UPPER SPRING
PAD/LOWER SPRING PAD INSTALLATION
.
Approximately 90˚
Torsion axle arm
assembly
1. The identification color of the coil spring should be located at
the lower side.
2. Fit the lower pad and the upper pad into the coil spring ends.
3. The lower end of the coil spring should be position 90  20
counterclockwise away from the vehicle front direction.
Coil spring
Approximately 20˚
Lower spring pad
ACB05792AB
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Attached sheet 9
FRONT SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
M1332013200181
.
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover has any crack or damage, replace the lower
arm assembly
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damaged.
.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it
with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the
stabilizer link
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damage.
 STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION 
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly, upper spring pad
and lower spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
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Attached sheet 10 (1/2)
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1332001101641
CAUTION
• The parts indicated by *1 indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully
tightened with the vehicle standing on the ground and the curb weight condition.
• The parts indicated by *2 is the nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. During removal, ensure
there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten it to
the specified torque.
Post-installation Operation
• Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
4
45 ± 7 N·m*1
33 ± 5 ft-lb
5
1
Stabilizer link
13 ± 2 N·m
115 ± 7 in-lb
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
2
110 ± 11 N·m*2
81 ± 8 ft-lb
3
ACB05446AB
<>
>>A<<
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1.
2.
Removal steps
Brake hose bracket
Stabilizer link and strut connection
 >>AA<<
nut
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3.
4.
5.
Removal steps (Continued)
Knuckle and strut connection
Strut mounting nut
Strut assembly
(5271/MSB21M33-34501)
FRONT SUSPENSION
Attached sheet 10 (2/2)
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
.
Use a hexagon wrench to remove the stabilizer link and strut
connection nut as shown in the figure.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
AC613526 AB
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
 >>AA<< STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Before installing the strut assembly, check for the
following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the
faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly, upper spring pad
and lower spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
>>A<< STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
.
Use a hexagon wrench to install the stabilizer link and strut
connection nut as shown in the figure.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
AC613526 AB

INSPECTION
M1332001200407
• Check for oil leaks from the strut assembly.
• Check the strut assembly for damage or deformation.
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Attached sheet 11 (1/3)
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1332001101641
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully
tightened with the vehicle standing on the ground at curb weight.
 The parts indicated by *2 is the nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. Prior to reinstallation,
ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and
tighten it to the specified torque.
Post-installation Operation
 Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
4
*1
45 ± 7 N·m
33 ± 5 ft-lb
5
7
RH
1
45 ± 7 N·m
33 ± 5 ft-lb
4 *1
Stabilizer link
6
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
2
13 ± 2 N·m
115 ± 7 in-lb
7
110 ± 11 N·m
81 ± 8 ft-lb
3 *2
ACE02736AE
<>
>>B<<
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Removal steps
>>A<< 5.
Brake hose bracket
Stabilizer link and strut connection
>>A<< 6.
nut
Knuckle and strut connection
 >>AA<< 7.
Strut mounting nut
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Removal steps (Continued)
Front suspension strut stiffener
plate (LH)
Front suspension strut stiffener
plate (RH)
Strut assembly
(5271/MSB21M33-34501)
FRONT SUSPENSION
Attached sheet 11 (2/3)
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
.
Use a wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as shown. Then
use a hexagon wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer
link to the strut.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
ACD01905AB
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
 >>AA<< STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Before installing the strut assembly, check for the following
items. If there is any abnormality, replace the faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the strut insulator assembly, upper spring pad
and lower spring pad
• Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
>>A<< FRONT SUSPENSION STRUT STIFFENER
PLATE (LH, RH) INSTALLATION
.
LH
Front suspension
strut stiffener plate (LH)
CAUTION
The front suspension strut stiffener plate (LH, RH) must be
installed in a particular direction. Be sure to install them as
shown.
1. Install the front suspension strut stiffener plate (LH) so that
the arrow faces toward the front of the vehicle.
Arrow
Toward front
of vehicle
RH
ACE03283AB
Front suspension
strut stiffener plate (RH)
2. Install the front suspension strut stiffener plate (RH) so that
the opening faces toward the front of the vehicle.
.
Opening
Toward front
of vehicle
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ACE03284AB
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Attached sheet 11 (3/3)
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
>>B<< STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT
CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
Use a wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as shown. Then
use a hexagon wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer
link to the strut.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
ACD01905AB

INSPECTION
M1332001200407
 Check for oil leaks from the strut assembly.
 Check the strut assembly for damage or deformation.
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
M1332001301151
1
60 ± 9 N·m
44 ± 6 ft-lb
2
3
6
4
7
5
8
ACC00558 AB
<>
>>D<<
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1.
2.
Disassembly steps
Strut nut (Self-locking nut)
Strut insulator assembly
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>>C<<
>>B<<
3.
4.
Disassembly steps (ContinBump stopper
Strut
bearing
(5271/MSB21M33-34501)
Attached sheet 12
REAR SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
CAMBER
Standard value: −0°30' ± 0°45' (Difference between
right and left wheels must be 0°30' or less)
NOTE: .
• The camber is pre-adjusted at factory and is not adjustable.
• As for vehicles with aluminum wheel, use a compensator to
measure the camber and caster.
Compensator
AC305848 AC
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
INSPECTION
M1341019100027
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover has a crack or damage, replace the
stabilizer link.
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damaged.
 SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the spring upper pad, spring upper bracket
assembly, bushing A and bushing B
• Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>>A<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
.

Install the shock absorber assembly so that the coil spring
end faces the rear of the vehicle.
Coil spring end
AC508628 AB

Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for the
following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the faulty
part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock absorber
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the spring upper pad, spring upper bracket assembly, bushing A and bushing B
 Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
.
>>B<< STABILIZER LINK AND LOWER ARM
CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
Use a hexagon wrench to install the stabilizer link and lower
arm connection nut as shown in the figure.
Lower arm
Stabilizer link
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACD00542 AB

INSPECTION
M1341002600246
• Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear.
• Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or
abnormal noise.
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Attached sheet 14 (1/3)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341002501112
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle
standing on the ground and the curb weight condition.

*2
indicates a bolt with stabilizer for coefficient of friction. When you tighten it, note the following:
 Check the bolt for any damage.
 Clean the seating and thread of the bolt.
 Observe the specified torque.
Pre-removal Operation
Quarter Trim Tray Removal (Refer to GROUP 52A −
Interior Trim).
Post-installation Operation
 Quarter Trim Tray Installation (Refer to GROUP 52A 
Interior Trim).
 Check the Dust Cover for Cracks or Damage by Pushing
it with Your Finger.
 Check the Beam Direction of the Headlight (Low Beam)
(Refer to GROUP 54A − Headlight Aiming).
45 ± 7 N·m
33 ± 5 ft-lb
4
5
1
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
3
71 ± 10 N·m*1
52 ± 7 ft-lb
71 ± 10 N·m*1
52 ± 7 ft-lb
2 *1, 2
<>
<>
>>A<<
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Removal steps
1. Stabilizer link connection
2. Lower arm and trailing arm
connection
ACB05589AD
Removal steps (Continued)
<>
3. Shock absorber and lower arm
connection
<>  4. Shock absorber mounting nut
<> >>AA<< 5. Shock absorber assembly
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Attached sheet 14 (2/3)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
.
<> STABILIZER LINK DISCONNECTION
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the lower arm
Lower arm
Stabilizer link
.
<> LOWER ARM AND TRAILING ARM/SHOCK
ABSORBER AND LOWER ARM DISCONNECTION
Hexagon wrench
Connection nut
ACF02585 AB
While jacking-up the lower arm with garage jack, remove the
mounting bolts.
.
<> SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING NUT
REMOVAL
Mounting
bolt
Garage
jack
AC602688 AB

Quarter trim side tray
Remove the appropriate quarter trim side tray to remove the
shock absorber mounting nut. 
On the left side, remove the quarter trim (Refer to GROUP
52A − Interior Trim). 
.
<> SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
ACB05936 AB
After having loosened the lower arm and rear suspension
crossmember connection, remove the shock absorber assembly.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
 Attached sheet 14 (3/3)
.
>>A<< STABILIZER LINK CONNECTION
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer link to the lower arm.
Lower arm
Stabilizer link
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACF02585 AB
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>>AA<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for the
following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the faulty
part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the spring upper pad, spring upper bracket assembly, bushing A and bushing B
• Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 15
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY

INSPECTION
M1341002600246
 Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear.
 Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or
abnormal noise.
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
M1341002700470
25 ± 5 N·m
19 ± 3 ft-lb
1
2
3
7
4
8
5
10
9
6
11
AC506862AB
<>
>>B<<
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Disassembly steps
Self-locking nut
Washer
Bushing B
Collar
Spring upper bracket assembly
Spring upper pad
Required Special Tools:
 MB991793 Spring compressor
 MB991796 Attachment B
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<>
>>A<<
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Disassembly steps (Continued)
Bushing A
Plate
Bump rubber
Coil spring
Shock absorber
 MB991794 Upper plate
 MB991830 Fixture
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Attached sheet 16
FRONT SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
M1332013200169
.
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the lower
arm assembly.
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damage.
.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
CHECK
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover has a crack or damage, replace the
stabilizer link.
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damaged.

STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
M13320012A0049
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly and upper spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 17 (1/2)
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1332001101458
CAUTION
• The parts indicated by *1 indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully
tightened with the vehicle standing on the ground and the curb weight condition.
• The parts indicated by *2 is the nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. During removal, ensure
there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten it to
the specified torque.
Post-installation Operation
Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
45 ± 7 N·m* 1
33 ± 5 ft-lb* 1
5
4
2
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
3
13 ± 2 N·m
115 ± 17 in-lb
110 ± 11 N·m* 2
81 ± 8 ft-lb* 2
13 ± 2 N·m
115 ± 17 in-lb
<>
>>A<<
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1.
2.
3.
Removal steps
Wheel speed sensor clamp
Brake hose bracket
Stabilizer link and strut connection
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>>AA<< 4.
5.
1
AC905022AD
Removal steps (Continued)
Strut assembly
Front suspension plate
(5271/MSB21M33-34501)
Attached sheet 17 (2/2)
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
.
Use a hexagon wrench to remove the stabilizer link and strut
connection nut as shown in the figure.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
AC613526 AD
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
 >>AA<< STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Before installing the strut assembly, check for the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the
faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly and upper
spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
>>A<< STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
.
Use a hexagon wrench to install the stabilizer link and strut
connection nut as shown in the figure.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
AC613526 AD

INSPECTION
M1332001200582
• Check for oil leaks from the strut assembly.
• Check the strut assembly for damage or deformation.
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Attached sheet 18
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
MB991794
CAUTION
Be careful that the hand is not pinched by the coil spring
when aligning the piston rod with the hole of upper insulator while compressing the coil spring.
3. While passing the strut piston rod through the hole of upper
insulator by hand slowly compress the coil spring by special
tool: MB991793, MB991795, MB991794 and MB991830.
MB991830
MB991795
MB991793
AC608300 AB
MB991682
Strut nut
(jam nut)
MB991681
CAUTION
The locking nut for the piston rod inside the strut may be
loose. Do not use the impact wrench to loosen the
self-locking nut.
4. Use special tools MB991681 and MB991682 to tighten the
self-locking nut to the specified torque:
Tightening torque: 60 ± 9 N⋅m (44 ± 6 ft-lb)
AC608301AB

INSPECTION
•
•
•
•
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M1332001400359
Check the bearing for wear or rust.
Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
Check the spring for deformation, deterioration or damage.
Check the shock absorber for deformation.
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Attached sheet 19 (1/2)
REAR SUSPENSION
CONTROL LINK, UPPER ARM AND LOWER ARM
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
INSPECTION
M1341019100083
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover has a crack or damage, replace the
stabilizer link.
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damaged.
 Attached sheet 19 (2/2)
CONTROL LINK, UPPER ARM AND LOWER ARM
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341004800934
CAUTION
• The parts indicated by *1 should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle
standing on the ground and the curb weight condition.
• The parts indicated by *2 are the bolts/nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. In removal, ensure
there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten them
to the specified torque.
Post-installation operation
Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
6
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
11 ± 3 N·m
97 ± 26 in-lb
2
*2
7
90 ± 9 N·m *1,2
67 ± 6 ft-lb *1,2
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
5
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb*1,2
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
3
*2
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
*2
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
1
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
*2
4
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Attached sheet 19 (2/2)
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
M13410026A0027
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock absorber
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the spring upper pad, bushing A and bushing B
 Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 20
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> LOWER ARM AND TRAILING ARM/SHOCK
ABSORBER AND LOWER ARM DISCONNECTION
.
While jacking-up the lower arm with the garage jack, remove
the mounting bolts.
Mounting
bolt
Garage
jack
AC608511AD
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>>A<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
.

Install the shock absorber assembly so that the coil spring
end faces the rear of the vehicle.
Spring end
AC508628AD

Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for
the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace
the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the spring upper pad,bushing A and bushing B
 Damage and deformation of the bump rubber

INSPECTION
M1341002600291
• Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear.
• Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or
abnormal noise.
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Attached sheet 21
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
.
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STABILIZER BAR
CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
Stabilizer bar
Stabilizer link
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACD01904AB
.
<> LOWER ARM AND TRAILING ARM/SHOCK
ABSORBER AND LOWER ARM DISCONNECTION
While jacking-up the lower arm with the garage jack, remove
the mounting bolts.
Mounting
bolt
Garage
jack
AC608511AD
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
.
>>A<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

Install the shock absorber assembly so that the coil spring end
faces the rear of the vehicle , or the coil spring end faces
the front of the vehicle .
Spring end
AC508628AD
Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for
the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace
the faulty part.
.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the spring upper pad, bushing A and bushing B
 Damage
and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 22
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
>>B<< STABILIZER LINK AND STABILIZER BAR
CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
Stabilizer bar
Stabilizer link
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACD01904AB

INSPECTION
M1341002600291
• Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear.
• Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or
abnormal noise.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
M1341002700447
25 ± 5 N·m
19 ± 3 ft-lb
3
7
1
2
4
8
5
10
9
6
11
AC506862AB
<>
>>B<<
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Disassembly steps
Self-locking nut
Washer
Bushing B
Collar
Spring upper bracket assembly
Spring upper pad
>>A<<
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7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Disassembly steps (Continued)
Bushing A
Plate
Bump rubber
Coil spring
Shock absorber
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Attached sheet 23 (1/3)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341002500926
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle
standing on the ground at curb weight.
 The parts indicated by *2 are the bolts/nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. Prior to reinstallation,
ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and
tighten them to the specified torque.
Pre-removal and Post-installation operation
 Cargo Floor Box (LH/RH) Removal and Installation (Refer
to GROUP 52A − Trim).
 Rear Speaker Box Assembly Removal and Installation
(RH) (Refer to GROUP 54A − Speaker).
4
45 ± 7 N·m
33 ± 5 ft-lb
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
5
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
71 ± 10 N·m*1,2
52 ± 7 ft-lb *1,2
1
3
2*2
AC606837AO
<>
<>
>>A<<
1.
2.
Removal steps
Stabilizer link connection
Lower arm and trailing arm 
connection
<>
3.
4.
>>AA<< 5.
Removal steps (Continued)
Shock absorber and lower arm
connection
Shock absorber mounting nut
Shock absorber assembly

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Attached sheet 23 (2/3)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STABILIZER BAR
CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
.
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.
Stabilizer bar
Stabilizer link
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACF02584AB
.
<> LOWER ARM AND TRAILING ARM/SHOCK
ABSORBER AND LOWER ARM DISCONNECTION
While jacking-up the lower arm with the garage jack, remove
the mounting bolts.
Mounting
bolt
Garage
jack
AC608511AD
 Attached sheet 23 (3/3)
.
>>A<< STABILIZER LINK AND STABILIZER BAR
CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.
Stabilizer bar
Connection nut
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
Stabilizer link
Hexagon wrench
ACF02584AB

INSPECTION
M1341002600291
 Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear.
 Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or
abnormal noise.
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Attached sheet 23 (3/3)
>>A<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for
the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace
the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the spring upper pad, bushing A and bushing B
 Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 24
FRONT SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
M1332013200181
.
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover has any crack or damage, replace the lower
arm assembly
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damaged.
.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it
with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the
stabilizer link
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damage.
 STRUT ASSEMBLY INSPECTION 
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality,
replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly, upper spring pad
and lower spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
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Attached sheet 25 (1/2)
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1332001102064
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 indicates parts which should be temporarily tightened, and then fully
tightened with the vehicle standing on the ground at curb weight.
 The parts indicated by *2 are the nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. Prior to reinstallation,
ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and
tighten them to the specified torque.
Post-installation Operation
 Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
4 *1
45 ± 7 N·m
33 ± 5 ft-lb
5
6
Stabilizer link
39 ± 6 N·m
29 ± 4 ft-lb
2
1
3 *2
110 ± 11 N·m
81 ± 8 ft-lb
13 ± 2 N·m
115 ± 7 in-lb
ACH05318AB
<>
>>A<<
1.
2.
3.
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4.
Brake hose bracket
5.
Stabilizer link and strut connection
nut
 >>AA<< 6.
Knuckle and strut connection
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Removal steps (Continued)
Strut mounting nut
Front suspension strut stiffener
plate
Strut assembly
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FRONT SUSPENSION
Attached sheet 25 (2/2)
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT 
CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
.
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the strut.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
ACD01905AC

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>>AA<< STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
Before installing the strut assembly, check for the following
items. If there is any abnormality, replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly, upper spring pad
and lower spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
>>A<< STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT 
CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
.
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer link to the strut.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
ACD01905AC

INSPECTION
M1332001200407
 Check for oil leaks from the strut assembly.
 Check the strut assembly for damage or deformation.
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Attached sheet 26
REAR SUSPENSION
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
CAMBER
Standard value: 040'  045'
NOTE: .
 Difference between right and left wheels must be 030' or
less.
 The camber is pre-adjusted at factory and is not adjustable.
 As for vehicles with aluminum wheel, use a compensator to
measure the camber and caster.
Compensator
AC305848 AC
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER
INSPECTION
M1341019100027
1. Using your fingers, press the dust cover to check for a crack
or damage.
2. If the dust cover has a crack or damage, replace the
stabilizer link.
NOTE: If the dust cover has a crack or damage, the ball joint
could be damaged.
 SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
Check for the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock absorber
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the spring upper pad, spring upper bracket assembly, bushing A and bushing B
• Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 27 (1/3)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1341002501145
CAUTION
 The parts indicated by *1 should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle
standing on the ground and the curb weight condition.

*2
indicates a bolt with stabilizer for coefficient of friction. When you tighten it, note the following:
 Check the bolt for any damage.
 Clean the seating and thread of the bolt.
 Observe the specified torque.
Pre-removal Operation
Cargo Floor Box Removal (Refer to GROUP 52A − Interior
Trim).
Post-installation Operation
 Cargo Floor Box Installation 
(Refer to GROUP 52A − Interior Trim).
 Check the Dust Cover for Cracks or Damage by Pushing
it with Your Finger.
 Check the Beam Direction of the Headlight (Low Beam)
(Refer to GROUP 54A − Headlight Aiming).
4
45 ± 7 N·m
33 ± 5 ft-lb
5
1
50 ± 8 N·m
37 ± 5 ft-lb
71 ± 10 N·m* 1
52 ± 7 ft-lb
3
71 ± 10 N·m* 1
52 ± 7 ft-lb
2
<>
<>
>>A<<
* 1, 2
Removal steps
1. Stabilizer link connection
2. Lower arm and trailing arm
connection
ACH05341AB
<>
<>
<>
>>AA<<
Removal steps (Continued)
3. Shock absorber and lower arm
connection
4. Shock absorber mounting nut
5. Shock absorber assembly

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Attached sheet 27 (2/3)
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<> STABILIZER LINK DISCONNECTION
.
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the lower arm
Lower arm
Stabilizer link
.
<> LOWER ARM AND TRAILING ARM/SHOCK
ABSORBER AND LOWER ARM DISCONNECTION
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACF02585 AB
While jacking-up the lower arm with garage jack, remove the
mounting bolts.
.
<> SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING NUT
REMOVAL
Mounting
bolt
Garage
jack
Remove the cargo floor box to remove the shock absorber
mounting nut (Refer to GROUP 52A − Interior Trim).
.
AC602688 AB
<> SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
After having loosened the lower arm and rear suspension
crossmember connection, remove the shock absorber assembly.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
 Attached sheet 27 (3/3)
>>A<< STABILIZER LINK CONNECTION
.
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer link to the lower arm.
Lower arm
Stabilizer link
Connection nut
Hexagon wrench
ACF02585 AB

INSPECTION
M1341002600246
 Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear.
 Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or
abnormal noise.
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Attached sheet 27 (3/3)
>>AA<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for
the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the
faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the spring upper pad, spring upper bracket
assembly, bushing A and bushing B
• Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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Attached sheet 28
FRONT SUSPENSION
STRUT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<> STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT
CONNECTION NUT REMOVAL
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the strut.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
ACD01905AC
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< STRUT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
 Check whether there is an abnormality in the strut assembly
before installing it.
>>B<< STABILIZER LINK AND STRUT
CONNECTION NUT INSTALLATION
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to install the nut securing the stabilizer link to the strut.
Strut assembly
Stabilizer link and
strut connection nut
Hexagon wrench
Stabilizer link
ACD01905AC
 Before installing the strut assembly, check for the following
items. If there is any abnormality, replace the faulty part.
 Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the strut
 Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
 Crack of the strut insulator assembly, upper spring pad
and lower spring pad
 Damage and deformation of the bump stopper
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Attached sheet 29
REAR SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<> STABILIZER LINK DISCONNECTION
Lower arm
Stabilizer link
Connection nut
Use a hexagon wrench to counterhold the stabilizer link as
shown. Then use a wrench to remove the nut securing the stabilizer link to the lower arm
Hexagon wrench
ACF02585 AB
<> LOWER ARM AND TRAILING ARM/SHOCK
ABSORBER AND LOWER ARM DISCONNECTION
While jacking-up the lower arm with garage jack, remove the
mounting bolts.
Mounting
bolt
Garage
jack
AC602688 AB
<> SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING NUT
REMOVAL
Remove the cargo floor box to remove the shock absorber
mounting nut (Refer to GROUP 52A - Interior Trim).
<> SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
After having loosened the lower arm and rear suspension
crossmember connection, remove the shock absorber assembly.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
 Check whether there is an abnormality in the shock absorber
assembly before installing it.

Before installing the shock absorber assembly, check for
the following items. If there is any abnormality, replace the
faulty part.
• Oil leakage, damage and deformation of the shock
absorber
• Crack, deterioration and damage of the coil spring
• Crack of the spring upper pad, spring upper bracket
assembly, bushing A and bushing B
• Damage and deformation of the bump rubber
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