Flex AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Removal
NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result
in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a
replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct
retention of these parts.
1. Measure the distance from the center of the wheel hub to the lip of the fender with the vehicle in a level, static ground position (curb height).
2. Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub. For additional information, refer to Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub See: Wheel Bearing/Service and
Repair/Rear Suspension.
3. Using a suitable jackstand, support the lower arm.
4. Remove and discard the trailing arm-to-wheel knuckle nut and bolt.
5. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link stud from turning while removing or installing the nut.
Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link upper nut and disconnect the link.
6. Remove and discard the shock absorber lower bolt and disconnect the shock absorber from the knuckle bracket.
7. Remove and discard the toe link-to-knuckle nut.
8. Remove and discard the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle nut and bolt and disconnect the upper arm from the knuckle.
9. Remove and discard the lower arm-to-wheel knuckle nut and bolt.
10. Lower the jackstand, slide the knuckle off the toe link and remove the knuckle.
11. If necessary, remove the 3 brake disc shield bolts and remove the shield.
