Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Suspension
Rear Suspension Disassembled View
1 - Strut Mount Lock Nut
2 - Strut Assembly-to-Body Nut
3 - Strut Mount
4 - Upper Spring Seat
5 - Rear Spring
6 - Strut Dampener Dust Cover
7 - Hollow Bumper
8 - Lower Spring Insulation Ring
9 - Rear Strut Dampener
10 - Strut Assembly-to-Knuckle Bolt
11 - Strut Assembly-to-Knuckle Nut
12 - Spindle Assembly
13 - Brake Disc
14 - Stabilizer Shaft Clamp Bolt
15 - Stabilizer Shaft Clamp
16 - Stabilizer Shaft Insulator
17 - Stabilizer Shaft
18 - Stabilizer Shaft-to-Stabilizer Link Nut
19 - Stabilizer Link
20 - Rear Parallel Link-to-Knuckle Bolt
21 - Rear Parallel Link
22 - Trailing Link
23 - Front Parallel Link
24 - Trailing Link Bracket
25 - Rear Crossmember-to-Body Bolts
26 - Rear Crossmember
27 - Rear Crossmember Cover
28 - Toe-in Adjustment Bolt
29 - ABS Wiring Cover
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.