How to Install the Lateral Link on Dodge Caliber?

Before the toe link goes in, place the cam bolt and washer in the crossmember to protect the crossmember from damage. Start by attaching the toe link (2) Secure the cam bolt (3) with the field side using a deeper socket, up front. After that, place the cam washer and nut (1) on the toe link (2) and install them loosely into the crossmember. After that, install bolt (2) to fasten the link to the trailing link and with a prying tool, flex the body mount bushing on the trailing link while not tightening the bolt. Lower the car onto an alignment rack or lift and lift and lower it as necessary to reach the mounting bolts and nuts. Make sure the trailing link's toe link mounting bolt is tightly secured at 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.), followed by an alignment when required. Set the cam bolt head (3) in place after the rear toe is done and tighten down the toe link mounting cam bolt nut (1) to a torque of 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).

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Dodge Caliber Lateral Arm, Rear Part Number: 5105270AD
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- Other Name: Link - Toe; Lateral Arm, Rear; Suspension Control Arm; Toe Control Link; Lateral Link; Control Arm; Link Assembly Toe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 5105270AC, 5105270AA, 5105270AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber | Express, Heat, Mainstreet, R/T, Rush, SE, SRT-4, SXT, SXT Plus, Uptown | 1.8L L4, 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS

Dodge Caliber Lateral Link

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Lateral Link is one of the key parts that increase the car's efficiency and durability of the compact hatchback Dodge Caliber manufactured from 2007 to 2012. This Lateral Link is attached to the rear axle and Wheels and plays an important role to keep the vehicle in the right path during a lateral movement or any turn and hence, important for control and handling. Combined with the wheel hub in the middle of the car, Lateral Link controls the car's lateral movement, enhancing the car's lateral force output so as to increase driving effectiveness and driving safety. Caliber brand vehicles: compatible with Caliber SE and Caliber SXT models; integrated into the suspension system, the Lateral Link does not differ and, therefore, is significant for the models in question. Among car buyers, the Dodge Caliber is valued for its safety measures: it has scored fitted in the crash tests and with the help of the Lateral Link system, provides car stability at high speeds. Notably, SXT model has other improvements including 17 inch alloy wheel and fog lamps to the features offered by Lateral Link. Automotive consumers make extensive use of Lateral Links especially in the Dodge Caliber since it forms the key structural foundation of the car and a vibrant one at that, which is fundamental for a car to provide a steady and efficient motion. Lateral Link is something that has to be acquired in order to get the car safer and to experience a quite comfortable ride.

Dodge Caliber Lateral Link Parts and Q&A

Lateral Arm, Rear
5105270AD
Q: How to Install the Lateral Link on Dodge Caliber?
A:
Before the toe link goes in, place the cam bolt and washer in the crossmember to protect the crossmember from damage. Start by attaching the toe link (2) Secure the cam bolt (3) with the field side using a deeper socket, up front. After that, place the cam washer and nut (1) on the toe link (2) and install them loosely into the crossmember. After that, install bolt (2) to fasten the link to the trailing link and with a prying tool, flex the body mount bushing on the trailing link while not tightening the bolt. Lower the car onto an alignment rack or lift and lift and lower it as necessary to reach the mounting bolts and nuts. Make sure the trailing link's toe link mounting bolt is tightly secured at 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.), followed by an alignment when required. Set the cam bolt head (3) in place after the rear toe is done and tighten down the toe link mounting cam bolt nut (1) to a torque of 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).