FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM(for 2WD) INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FRONT NO. 1 SUSPENSION UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY LH

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    1. Inspect the turning of the upper ball joint.


      1. Install the installation nut to the ball joint stud.

      2. Move the stud back and forth 5 times. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn.

        Standard turning torque
        3.5 N*m (36 kgf*cm, 31 in.*lbf) or less

        If the value is not within the specified range, replace the front suspension upper arm with a new one.

    2. Check the dust boots for cracks or grease leakage.

  2. INSPECT FRONT NO. 2 SUSPENSION UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY LH


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      Inspect the turning of the upper ball joint.


      1. Install the installation nut to the ball joint stud.

      2. Move the stud back and forth 5 times. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn.

        Standard turning torque
        3.5 N*m (36 kgf*cm, 31 in.*lbf) or less

        If the value is not within the specified range, replace the front suspension upper arm with a new one.

    2. Check the dust boots for cracks or grease leakage.