6. Jack up the rear suspension with unloaded condition.
7. Mark the rear upper arm and rear crossmember shown in the figure.
8. Remove the rear coil spring. (See
REAR COIL SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)
9. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Fig. 22: Marking Rear Upper Arm And Rear Crossmember
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
11. Inspect for rear wheel alignment, and adjust it as necessary. (See
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
[AWD]
.)
Fig. 21: Supporting Jack Up Point For Front Crossmember
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
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Jacking up the rear suspension with unloaded condition will lighten
the force on the bushing and make it easier to perform the procedure.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension - Mazda CX-9
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