Forester F4-2.5L Turbo (2009)
CAUTION:
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Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.
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Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground. Install in
the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
90 N-m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.4 ft-lb)
Removal
Upper Arm
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
2) Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the rear wheels.
3) Remove the rear ABS wheel speed sensor bracket.
4) Remove the bolts, then remove the upper arm.
Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
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Use a new self-locking nut.
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Always tighten the bushing when the arm is positioned in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact
with the ground.
1) Install in the reverse order of removal.
2) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
Tightening torque:
Upper arm - Rear sub frame:
150 N-m (15.3 kgf-m, 111 ft-lb)
Upper arm - Rear housing:
90 N-m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.4 ft-lb)
Rear ABS wheel speed sensor bracket:
7.5 N-m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)