Steel Rear Axle Overview

R32 Components, All Wheel Drive, Steel Subframe

Steel Rear Axle Overview

• Welding and straightening work on supporting or wheel carrying components of suspension is not permitted.

• Always replace self-locking nuts.

• Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.

• Bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited extent. Therefore, only tighten bolts on components with bonded rubber bushings when wheel bearing housing is lifted (curb weight position). Refer to => [ Aluminum and Steel Rear Axle in Curb Weight Position ] Rear Suspension.

• Always replace bonded rubber bushings on both sides of vehicle.