Grand Vitara 4WD L4-2.4L (2009)
7) Install rear shock absorber.
8) Install rear wheel and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
9) Tighten lower arm outer bolt and lower arm mount nut, shock absorber bolts to specified torque with vehicle weight on suspension.
CAUTION:
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It is the most desirable to have vehicle off hoist and in non-loaded condition when tightening them.
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Tighten Lower arm washer with match marks aligned.
Tightening torque
Lower arm outer bolt: 135 Nm (13.5 kg-m, 98.0 lbf-ft)
Lower arm mount nut: 135 Nm (13.5 kg-m, 98.0 lbf-ft)