1. Install the rear coil spring so that the lower end of the rear coil spring is seated on the step of the rear
lower spring seat.
2. Position the jack under the lower arm inner side and compress the rear coil spring slowly.
Fig. 10: Positioning Jack Under Lower Arm Inner Side
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
3. Support the rear lower arm outer side and raise the rear suspension to the unloaded condition with a
separate garage jack.
4. Install the lower arm inner side bolt.
Tightening torque
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120-163 N.m {12.3-16.6 kgf.m, 89-120 ft.lbf}
Fig. 11: Supporting Rear Lower Arm Outer Side
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
5. Tighten the rear lower arm outer side bolt.
Tightening torque
WARNING:
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Installing the coil spring is dangerous. The coil spring could fly off,
and cause serious injury or death.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension - Mazda CX-9
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