Position the vehicle on a two column lift. Raise the vehicle and check that the various rear suspension fastenings are correctly tightened.

If the area where the noise is coming from has been identified, firstly check the fastenings in that area, otherwise follow the order indicated.

Using a torque wrench calibrated to the recommended value, check that the bolts fixing the axle brackets to the bodyshell (1) are tightened to the recommended torque.

Using a torque wrench calibrated to the recommended value, check that the bolts fixing the bushes to the brackets fastened to the axle (2) are tightened to the torque given below.

Using a torque wrench calibrated to the recommended value, check that the bolts fixing the shock absorber lower eyelet (3) are tightened to the torque given below.

Using a torque wrench calibrated to the recommended value, check that the bolts fixing the shock absorber mounting to the bodyshell (4) are tightened to the torque given below.

Using a torque wrench calibrated to the recommended value, check that the bolts securing the brake caliper to rear stub axle (5) are tightened to the torque given below.