FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT REMOVAL

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  2. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT LH

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  3. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH

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  4. DISCONNECT FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSE

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  5. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  6. DISCONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH

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  7. REMOVE FRONT DISC

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  8. DISCONNECT FRONT NO. 1 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  9. REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH

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  10. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.

      Note

      When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

    2. Remove the cotter pin and nut.

    3. A0057VRE16
      Text in Illustration
      *1 1 mm

      Install SST to the front lower ball joint as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02050, 09961-02050 )

      Note

      Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.03937 in.).

    4. A0052L3E16
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Turn

      Using SST, remove the front lower ball joint from the front axle assembly as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010, 09961-02050, 09961-02050 )

      Note


      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

      • Be sure to turn the part indicated in the illustration with a wrench.

      • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.