Tracker Off-Road EViS 2020, Repair And Service Manual

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REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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3. Remove the clamp (11) and breather hose (2) and
retain them for reuse during installation.
4. Remove the four bolts (3) and washers (4) securing
the rear tie rod bracket (5) to the differential.
5. Remove the rear tie rod bracket (5) from the vehicle
leaving the tie rods attached to the frame.
6. Remove the six bolts (9) and washers (7) that secure
the differential (1) to the frame (8) (Ref. Fig. 4).
7. Lift the differential from the vehicle using a lifting
device.
Fig. 4 IS Differential Mounting
NOTICE: Always refer to the thread locking com-
pound packaging and allow the recommended cure
time before entering the vehicle back into service.
Assemble in the reverse order of removal using red
thread locking compound.
Tighten the mounting bolts to the torque values specified
below.
REAR SUSPENSION
NOTICE: Hardware that is removed must always be
installed in its original position unless otherwise
specified. If torque values are not specified, refer to
the Torque Specifications table (See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS on page 5).
Strut Assembly Removal
Tool List Qty.
Wrench, 19mm ............................................................1
Socket, 19mm..............................................................1
Socket, 19mm, Deep Well ...........................................1
Ratchet ........................................................................1
Torque Wrench, Ft. Lbs. ..............................................1
Floor Jack ....................................................................1
Wheel Chocks..............................................................2
Jack Stands .................................................................2
1.
Remove the flip seat (See Rear Seat Removal and
Installation on page 75).
2. Lift the rear of the vehicle (See Lift Rear of Vehicle
on page 9).
3. Remove the CV axle (See Rear CV Axle Removal on
page 85).
4. Remove the lock nut (27), washers (28), and bushing
(29) from the strut tower.
5. Remove the strut assembly (13) from the vehi-
cle.Remove the lower strut bushing (24). Replace
the busing (24) during reassembly if it is cracked or
otherwise damaged,
Item Torque Specification
9 30 - 35 ft. lbs. (41 - 47 Nm)
Front of Vehicle
4
5
1
11
7
9
3
8
2