Subaru S209 2019, Service Manual

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RS-6
General Description
REAR SUSPENSION
3. REAR FLEXIBLE DRAW STIFFENER
C: CAUTION
• When performing any work, always wear work clothes, a work cap and protective shoes. Additionally, wear
a helmet, protective goggles, etc. if necessary.
• When disposing of shock absorbers, be sure to bleed the oil or gas out completely. Also, do not expose to
flames or fire.
• When performing a repair, identify the cause of trouble and avoid unnecessary removal, disassembly and
replacement.
• Use SUBARU genuine grease, the recommended or equivalent. Do not mix grease etc. of different grades
or manufacturers.
• Do not secure a part in a vise directly. Place cushioning materials such as wood blocks, aluminum plates,
or waste cloth between the part and the vise.
• Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
• Always use the jack-up point when the shop jacks or rigid racks are used to support the vehicle.
• When the suspension-related components have been removed or replaced, perform “VSC(VDC) Center-
ing Mode” of the VDC.
• For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts. Other parts should be replaced with new parts as
required.
• When handling oil or fuel, adhere to the following to prevent unexpected accident.
– Be careful with fire.
– Prepare a container to catch grease or oil, etc. If any grease or oil spills, wipe it off and clean immedi-
ately to prevent from penetrating into floor or flowing outside.
– Follow all government and local regulations concerning disposal of refuse when disposing.
• Be sure that the surface of brake disc or brake pad is free from grease or oil.
• Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground terminal from bat-
tery.
• Some vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from
heated parts.
(1) Flexible draw stiffener - rear (6) Washer Tightening torque: N·m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
(2) Flexible draw stiffener - rear
bracket (7) Flange nut T1: 5 (0.5, 3.7)
(3) Flexible draw stiffener - rear guard T2: 6 (0.6, 4.4)
(4) Well nut T3: 20 (2.0, 14.8)
(5) Nut plate T4: 30 (3.1, 22.1)
x2
x2
x2
(2)
(6)
(1)
(5)
(3)
x2
x2
T1
T4
T1
T3
(7)
(4)
T2
(4)
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