Hotchkis 1811 1994-1996 Impala SS X-Tend Rear Suspension - Manual (Page 2)

2. There are various methods for installing your new upper trailing arms. Preferences in
methods are mainly based on the way you remove the old rubber Can Bushings from the
differential. Some may find it easier to detach the entire differential (rear end) from the car
in order to remove the Can Bushings. This makes it easier to get at the Can bushings for
removal and replacement. The only problem with this method is that it requires much more
to be disconnected e.g. brake lines, parking brake, axle u-joint, and lower trailing arms.
However, it is possible to remove the Can Bushings without taking the rear end off the car,
but it’s tricky.
In this manual, we will describe how to replace the Can Bushings without removing the rear
end from the car.
3. First, raise the rear of the vehicle so that the rear wheels are off the ground. If you are using
a 2-post lift, support the differential with a hydrailic tranny jack.
4. Remove the rear shocks.
Upper mounts: 10mm and 13mm socket/wrench for bolt and nut
Lower mounts: 19mm socket/wrench for nut