CHASSIS GENERAL MAINTENANCE

INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE

1. Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.

   Check that:

   
   

   • Tie rod ends do not have excessive play.

   
   

   • Dust seals and boots are not damaged.

   
   

   • Boot clamps are not loose.

INSPECT BALL JOINT AND DUST COVER

1. Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.

   
   

   1. Jack up the front of the vehicle and place wooden blocks with a height of 180 to 200 mm (7.09 to 7.87 in.) under the front tires.

   2. Lower the jack until there becomes about half a load on the front coil spring. Place stands under the vehicle for safety.

   3. Check that the front wheels are pointing straight ahead, and block them with chocks.

   4. Using a lever, pry up the end of the lower arm, and check the amount of play.

      Maximum ball joint vertical play
      0 mm (0 in.)

      If there is any play, replace the ball joint.

2. Check the dust cover for damage.

CHECK AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

1. Visually check the transmission for fluid leakage. If oil is leaking, find the cause and repair it.

   Type	See procedure
   A340E	Click here
   A343E	Click here

CHECK MANUAL TRANSMISSION

1. Visually check the transmission for fluid leakage. If oil is leaking, find the cause and repair it.

   Type	See procedure
   R351	Click here
   G55	Click here

CHECK DIFFERENTIAL

1. Visually check the differential for fluid leakage. If oil is leaking, find the cause and repair it Click here.

TIGHTEN PROPELLER SHAFT BOLTS

1. Tighten the bolts for propeller shaft.

   Type	See procedure
   for Long Wheelbase	Click here
   for Super Long Wheelbase	Click here

INSPECT FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION

Click here

INSPECT TIRE AND INFLATION PRESSURE

Click here