Pathfinder 2WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2009)
16. Set a suitable jack under the rear suspension member.
17. Remove the six rear suspension member bolts using power tool.
18. Slowly lower the jack supporting the rear suspension member to access the fuel filler tube bracket, then remove the two bolts to disconnect the fuel
filler tube bracket from the rear suspension member.
19. Slowly lower the jack to remove the rear suspension member, suspension arm, front and rear lower links, knuckles, and stabilizer bar as an
assembly.
20. Remove the suspension arm, spare tire bracket, stabilizer bar, front and rear lower links, and the knuckles from the rear suspension member using
power tool.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check rear suspension member for deformation, cracks, and other damage and replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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When raising the rear suspension member assembly, use the locating pins to align the rear suspension member to the vehicle body.
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When installing the upper and lower rubber seats for the rear coil springs, the arrow embossed on the rubber seats must point out toward the wheel
and tire assembly.