Rear Suspension Frame/Bushing Disassembly And Assembly: Assembly

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Press-fit rear suspension frame bushing (2) by using press (1) and special tool.
CAUTION: Be sure to use new bushing.

Special Tool
1. 09913-75510
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool On Rear Suspension Frame
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Install rear suspension frame stopper (3) to rear suspension frame bushing (1) and press-fit upper mount stopper washer (2) by using press with bearing installer.
CAUTION: Be sure to use new upper mount stopper washer and rear suspension frame stopper.

NOTE: Use bearing installer in dimensions of outer diameter 43.0 to 49.0 mm (1.69 to 1.92 in.), inner diameter 41.0 mm (1.61 in.) or more and length 21.0 mm (0.82 in.) or more.

Clearance "a" between washer and bushing

"a": 1.5 mm (0.059 in.)

Fig 2: Identifying Clearance Between Washer & Bushing Specifications
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.