FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT INSTALLATION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note


  • When removing or installing the front disc brake caliper assembly, if the piston of the brake caliper is pushed in, the clearance between the brake pad and front disc will become large. In this condition, depressing the brake pedal may cause DTC C1214 (Hydraulic Control System Malfunction) to be stored, so check and clear DTCs after the procedure is complete.

  • With the auxiliary battery connected, even if the power switch is off, turning a door courtesy switch ON or operating the brake pedal will activate the brake control system, so disconnect the negative auxiliary battery terminal so that brake control is prohibited, even if only installing or removing the brake pad.

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY


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

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

    2. Install the front lower ball joint assembly to the front axle assembly with the nut.

      Torque:
      133 N*m  { 1356 kgf*cm, 98 ft.*lbf }

      Note


      • Do not apply lubricants to the ball joint stud taper and threads.

      • Remove any foreign matter from the contact surface of the steering knuckle and ball joint stud taper.

    3. Install a new cotter pin.

      Note

      Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the clip are not aligned.

  2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

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