VUE AWD V6-3.5L VIN 4 (2004)
1. Install the bracket to the trailing arm.
2. Loosely install the trailing arm bracket nut and bolt.
3. Push the trailing arm upward to align the front bracket to
body bolt.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Use a drift to aid in bracket alignment and install the remaining bolts.
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Tighten the bracket to body bolts to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the parking brake cable clip to the trailing arm.
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Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
IMPORTANT: There are two different trailing arms and trailing arm bolts used on this vehicle. You must identify which is on the vehicle and use
the corresponding torque value.
6. Tighten the trailing arm bushing-to-bracket nut and bolt.
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Tighten the nut and bolt
If the bolt is a M12 bolt, tighten the bolt to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.)
If the bolt is a M14 bolt, tighten the bolt to 160 Nm (118 ft. lbs.)
7. Lower the vehicle.
