Lower Torque Rod Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda CR-V, 2010 Honda CR-V, 2009 Honda CR-V, 2008 Honda CR-V, and 2007 Honda CR-V. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Loosen the upper torque rod mounting bolt (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Torque Rod Mounting Bolt
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Raise the vehicle on the lift.
Remove the lower torque rod.

Fig 2: Lower Torque Rod With Torque Specifications
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Install the lower torque rod, then tighten the new lower torque rod mounting bolts in the numbered sequence shown.
Lower the vehicle on the lift.
Tighten the upper torque rod mounting bolt.

Fig 3: Upper Torque Rod Mounting Bolt With Torque Specification

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