Lexus NX: Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
- Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
- The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
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2. REMOVE REAR SUSPENSION ARM COVER LH
| (a) Remove the 2 bolts and disengage the 2 claws to remove the rear suspension arm cover LH from the rear No. 2 suspension arm assembly LH. |
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3. REMOVE REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
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4. REMOVE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY LH
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5. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
| (a) Remove the nut from the rear axle carrier. |
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| (b) Install SST to the rear No. 1 suspension arm as shown in the illustration. SST: 09960-20010 09961-02060 NOTICE: Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the rear axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.). HINT: Use 2 SST of the same type. |
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(c) Using SST, disconnect the rear No. 1 suspension arm from the rear axle carrier as shown in the illustration.
SST: 09960-20010
09961-02010
| *a | Tie the string so there is no slack | *b | Place the wrench here |
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CAUTION:
Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and end of SST bolt.
NOTICE:
- Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
- Be sure to turn the part indicated in the illustration with a wrench.
- Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.
- Be sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.
| (d) Put matchmarks on the rear suspension toe adjust cam, No. 2 camber adjust cam and rear suspension member. |
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| (e) Remove the nut, No. 2 camber adjust cam, rear suspension toe adjust cam and rear No. 1 suspension arm assembly LH. |
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6. REMOVE REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH
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7. LOOSEN REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
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8. REMOVE REAR COIL SPRING LH
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9. REMOVE REAR UPPER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH
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10. REMOVE REAR LOWER COIL SPRING INSULATOR LH
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11. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Remove the bolt, nut and rear No. 2 suspension arm from the suspension member.
NOTICE:
Since a stopper nut is used, loosen the bolt.
12. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 SPRING BUMPER LH
| (a) Using SST, remove the rear No. 1 spring bumper LH. SST: 09922-10010 |
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Inspection
INSPECTION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY
Installation
INSTALLATION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR NO. 1 SPRING BUMPER LH (a
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at low speeds, when the vehicle
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mistaken accelerator pedal operation,
or when the vehicle moves due
to the shift lever being in the wrong
position, the sensors detect static
objects to th
Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE NOTICE: If the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) is replaced, refer to the Smart Access System with Push-button Start (for Entry Function). Click here HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are list
