Rear Suspension Frame Removal and Installation (2WD Model): Installation

Reference: REAR SUSPENSION FRAME, BUSHING AND PAD CHECK 

1. Press-fit suspension frame bushings (1) by using special tools (A), (B) and hydraulic press (2).

   Special Tool 

   1. 09951-16080 
   2. 09940-53111 
      Fig 1: Press-Fit Suspension Frame Bushings

      Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
2. Install suspension frame pads (1) to bushings (2) as shown.
3. Install suspension frame and tighten suspension frame bolts to specified torque.

   Tightening torque 

   Suspension frame bolt a: 90 N.m (9.0 kg-m, 65.0 lb-ft) 

   Fig 2: Installing Suspension Frame Pads To Bushings

   Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
4. Install control rods referring to CONTROL ROD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  and tighten bolt and nuts by hand.
5. Install stabilizer bar. Refer to REAR STABILIZER BAR AND/OR BUSHINGS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  and tighten bolts and nuts by hand.
6. Install muffler referring to EXHAUST PIPE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
7. Install wheels and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
8. Lower hoist and tighten control rod bolts and nuts to specified torque.
9. Check rear toe and adjust it as necessary. For check and adjustment procedures, refer to REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT .