Trailing Rod Check; Lower Arm Removal And Installation - Suzuki GRAND VITARA Owner's Manual

Assembly
1) Press-fit trailing rod bushing (2) by using press (1)
and special tool.
CAUTION
!
• Be sure to use new bushing.
• Install bushing following the direction
shown in figure since diameter "b" is
bigger than diameter "a".
Special tool
(A): 09945–56510
2) Press-fit bushing (1) so that dimensions "A" and "B"
in figure become equal.

Trailing Rod Check

• Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
• Inspect bushing for wear and breakage.
If any faulty condition is found, replace.

Lower Arm Removal and Installation

1) Hoist vehicle and remove rear wheels.
2) Put match marks (1) on lower arm washer (2) and on
suspension frame (3) to install the bolts correctly in
position.
3) Loosen lower arm mount nut (4).
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4) Remove rear coil spring referring to "Rear Coil
Spring and Bump Stopper Removal and Installation:
".
5) Remove suspension rod mount bolt (1) and then
lower arm (2).
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Rear Suspension:
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4
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