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Rear Suspension Components
  

Rear Suspension Components

The rear strut and spring assemblies can be disassembled to replace any of the individual components. The rear strut and spring assemblies can be replaced independently.

The rear wheel hubs cannot be disassembled. The rear wheel hubs contain the rear wheel bearings and must be replaced as an assembly.
The LH and RH rear wheel spindles can be replaced individually.
The rear suspension arm and bushings can be replaced individually.
Only toe can be adjusted on the rear suspension.

NOTE: New fasteners for suspension components must be used when old fasteners are loosened and/or removed or when suspension components are replaced.

All suspension mounting points are rubber insulated to minimize transfer of road noise and vibration to the vehicle body and interior. All rear suspension components can be replaced individually.

Rear Wheel Bearing and Hub System Components

Rear Wheel Bearing And Hub System Components
  

The rear wheel hub supports the rear wheel and rear disc brake rotor or brake drum. The rear wheel bearing is part of the rear wheel hub and is replaced as an assembly.