Rendezvous FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
Axle Beam: Service and Repair
Rear Axle Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: When removing the rear springs, do not use a twin-post type hoist. The swing arch tendency of the rear axle assembly when certain
fasteners are removed may cause it to slip from the hoist which may cause personal injury.
1. Important: Place the vehicle lift pads where they will not obstruct the removal of the rear axle control arm bolts.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the rear tires and wheels.
3. Use a utility stand in order to support the rear axle.
4. Remove the rear axle coil springs, the spring seats and the spring insulators.
5. Remove the backing plate or the park brake support.
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For front-wheel drive vehicles, refer to Drum Brake Backing Plate Replacement.
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For all-wheel drive vehicles, refer to Park Brake Shoe Replacement (Rear Disc).
6. Remove the park brake cables from the rear axle.
7. Disconnect the intermediate brake hoses from the rear axle brake pipes.
8. Use the utility stand in order to lower the rear axle.
9. Remove the utility stand.
10. Lower the vehicle until the rear axle contacts the ground.
11. Remove the rear axle control arm bolts and nuts.
12. Remove the control arms from the vehicle.
13. Remove the rear axle.
14. Remove the brake pipes from the rear axle.
Installation Procedure
