Table of contents: Removal ↓ Installation ↓
Note: The following procedures require a press, suitable mandrels and tubing.
Removal
1. If necessary, jack up the rear of the vehicle and place it on supports placed under the chassis frame.
2. Loosen the nuts and bolt securing the transverse reaction rod to the rear axle and chassis. Remove the rod from the vehicle. The transverse reaction rod mounting parts are shown in the accompanying illustration.
1 - nut; 2 - washer; 3 - transverse reaction rod; 4 - bolt
3. Check the cross-torque rod bushings for signs of wear and damage. Replace any defective bushings:
- Support the rod under the bushing to be replaced with a piece of pipe of a suitable diameter (the sleeve should pass freely through the pipe).
- Using a tool whose mandrel rests against the outer steel tube of the bushing, press the bushing out of the rod.
- Wet the outside of the new bushing with soapy water and begin to gradually push the bushing into its seat using a piece of pipe that will rest against the outer steel tube of the bushing.
- Make sure the bushing is seated perpendicularly and is centrally located.
Installation
Installation is carried out in reverse order.
1. Carefully check the condition of the axle studs and rod bolts. Replace worn components.
2. Install the cross-bar onto the vehicle, install all fasteners (nuts, bolts, washers).
3. Lower the car to the ground, rock it several times, then tighten the chassis nut with a force of 78÷107 Nm. Tighten the bridge nut with a force of 117÷158 Nm.
4. If necessary, tighten the steering damper mounting nut securely.