Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Remove the rear differential assembly. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .

Fig 1: Identifying Alignment Marks At 12 And 6 O'Clock Positions
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Mark a reference point on the frame and old bushing at the 12 and 6 o'clock position to use to alignment the new bushing.

Fig 2: Identifying J-45725-1A & Bushing
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Position the J-45725-1A (1) on the bushing (2).
Position the J-45725-2A (1) on the frame.
NOTE: Apply a small amount of grease on the threaded rod to lubricate the nuts when turning the nuts.
Install the threaded rod, bearing and washers.

Fig 3: Identifying J-45725-1A & J-45725-2A
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Adjust the nuts so that they are touching the J-45725-1A (2) and the J-45725-2A (1).
Install the proper size wrenches on the nuts.

Fig 4: Rotating Rear Wrench While Holding Front Wrench
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NOTE:
In the following service procedure, use only HAND TOOLS when using the J-45725.
While holding the front wrench (1) rotate the rear wrench (2) to remove the bushing.
Remove the special tools.

Fig 5: Removing Bushing From Frame
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Remove the bushing from the frame.