1. Remove the rear stabilizer control link..
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the rear stabilizer control link.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times
and shake it side to side 10 times
.
4. Measure the ball-joint rotational torque using an Allen wrench and a torque wrench.

0.8—3.5 N·m {8.2—35 kgf·cm, 7.1—30 in·lbf}
If not within the specification, replace the rear stabilizer control link.
Even when within the specification, if there is excessive play in the ball joint, replace the rear stabilizer control link.
Rear Shock Absorber Removal/Installation
Rear Stabilizer Removal/Installation [2 Wd]Front Seat Adjuster Unit Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
If the sliding mechanisms on both side ...
Rear Lower Arm Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Be careful not to allow the coil spring to fly off when removing/installing
the coil spring. Otherwise, the coil spring could fly off and cause serious
injury or death, or damage to the vehicle.
1. When working on the left side of the vehicle, disconnect the auto lev ...
License Plate Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. While pressing the license plate light tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown
in the figure, press the l ...