Pilot 4WD V6-3.5L (2008)
7. Install the upper arm in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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First install all the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before fully
tightening to the specified torque values.
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when connecting the upper arm to the knuckle.
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Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not align
the castle nut by loosening it.
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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc/drum and the inside of the wheel.
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Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
Lower Arm A Removal/Installation
Lower Arm A Removal/Installation
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the rear wheel.
3. Remove lower arm A mounting bolt (B).
4. Remove lower arm A self-locking nut (C).
NOTE: During installation, install the new self-locking nut.
5. Remove lower arm A from the vehicle.
6. Install lower arm A in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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First install all the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before fully
tightening to the specified torque values.
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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc/drum and the inside of the wheel.
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Check the rear wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
Lower Arm B Removal and Installation
Lower Arm B Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the rear wheel.
3. Place a floor jack at the connecting point of lower arm B and the knuckle.