Highlander 4WD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (2003)
a. Install the strut rod (rear side), bolt nut and temporarily tighten the bolt.
HINT: Insert the bolt from the inner side of the vehicle and temporarily install the bolt.
b. Support the rear axle carrier.
c. Connect the strut rod (inner side) with the bolt.
Torque: 113 Nm (1,150 kgf-cm, 83 ft. lbs.)
4. STABILIZE THE SUSPENSION
a. 2WD: Jack up the rear axle carrier, placing a wood block between them. Apply load to the suspension so that the installed bolt of the
suspension arm assy No. 1 (vehicle side) is horizontally aligned with the center of the rear axle hub.
b. 4WD: Jack up the rear axle carrier, placing a wood block between them. Apply load to the suspension so that the rear drive shaft assy is
horizontally positioned.
5. FULLY TIGHTEN STRUT ROD ASSY REAR