2. Remove the intermediate link and tail sections of the exhaust pipe.
3. Note the position of the adjustment nut on the handbrake rod, then unscrew it from the compensator.
4. On one side, disconnect the return spring and disconnect the handbrake cable from the shoe control lever. Disconnect the cable from the suspension on the diagonal arm.
5. Disconnect the hydraulic brake hose from the suspension on the trailing arm by pulling the stop.
6. Unscrew the rear brake caliper from the trailing arm and move it away from the disc, being careful not to damage the brake line.
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7. Repeat the procedure described in steps 4, 5, and 6 on the other side of the vehicle.
8. On models with ABS, unscrew the wheel speed sensors from the final drive mechanism.
9. Loosen the driveshaft slider clamp nut one full turn.
10. At the rear of the driveshaft, remove the bolts securing the rear disc joint to the differential flange. Push the driveshaft forward and disconnect it from the flange. Support it on an axle stand.
11. Place a wooden beam under the diagonal arms and support it in the middle with a jack.
12. Unscrew the rear part of the final drive mechanism and lower the block onto the beam.
13. Remove the lower shock absorber rod mounting bolts on each side.
14. Lower the jack until both the rear coil springs and rubber dampers can be removed. Note that the upper rubber dampers have buffers.
15. Raise the jack, then remove the three suspension bolts and the center front mount bolt from the crossmember (photo).
16. Lower the rear axle assembly to the ground and remove it from under the vehicle.
17. Installation is carried out in the reverse order, but tighten all nuts and bolts to the specified tightening forces Specification.
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