STEERING KNUCKLE INSTALLATION


  1. INSTALL FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY


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

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

    2. A01CFHX

      Install the front axle hub sub-assembly and dust cover with the 4 bolts.

      Torque:
      96 N*m  { 979 kgf*cm, 71 ft.*lbf }

  2. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT


    1. A01CF6V

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

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

      Note

      Ensure that the threads and tapered areas are free of oil or other foreign matter.

    2. A01CCEJ

      Install a new clip to the front lower ball joint assembly.

      Note

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

  3. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY


    1. Align the front axle assembly with the splines of the front drive shaft assembly, and then insert the front drive shaft assembly into the front axle assembly.

      Note


      • Do not deform the dust cover.

      • Do not damage the outboard joint boot and speed sensor rotor.

      • Make sure to keep the speed sensor rotor and its installation surfaces free of foreign matter.

    2. A01CG6M

      Install the front axle assembly to the front shock absorber with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts as shown in the illustration.

      Torque:
      240 N*m  { 2447 kgf*cm, 177 ft.*lbf }

  4. CONNECT FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CG8K

      Connect the front lower suspension arm sub-assembly to the front lower ball joint with the bolt and 2 nuts.

      Torque:
      93 N*m  { 948 kgf*cm, 69 ft.*lbf }

  5. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CFWO

      Connect the tie rod end sub-assembly LH to the steering knuckle with the nut.

      Torque:
      49 N*m  { 500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf }

      Note

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

    2. Install a new cotter pin.

  6. INSTALL FRONT DISC


    1. A01CEYHE01

      Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub, and install the disc.

      Note

      When installing a new disc, select the installation position where the front disc has minimal runout.

  7. CONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CED2

      Install the front disc brake caliper assembly to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.

      Torque:
      98 N*m  { 999 kgf*cm, 72 ft.*lbf }

  8. CONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR


    1. A01CE72E01

      Connect the flexible hose bracket and speed sensor wire bracket with the bolt (A).

      Torque:
      19 N*m  { 194 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Connect the flexible hose bracket first.

    2. Connect the flexible hose to the steering knuckle with the bolt (B).

      Torque:
      19 N*m  { 194 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf }
    3. A01CBSW

      Install the front speed sensor to the steering knuckle with the bolt and clamp.

      Torque:
      8.5 N*m  { 87 kgf*cm, 75 in.*lbf }

      Note


      • Do not damage the tip of the speed sensor.

      • Make sure that the speed sensor is free of foreign matter.

      • Do not twist the speed sensor wire.

  9. INSTALL FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT


    1. Clean the threaded parts on the front drive shaft assembly and new front axle shaft nut using a non-residue solvent.

      Note


      • Be sure to perform this work for a new drive shaft.

      • Keep the threaded parts free of oil and foreign matter.

    2. Using a socket wrench (30 mm), while applying the brakes, install the front axle shaft nut.

      Torque:
      for 2GR-FE
      292 N*m  { 2978 kgf*cm, 215 ft.*lbf }
      for 2AZ-FE
      216 N*m  { 2203 kgf*cm, 159 ft.*lbf }

      Tech Tips

      Tighten the axle shaft nut while the brakes are applied to prevent the front axle from rotating.

    3. A01CD19

      Using a chisel and hammer, stake the front axle shaft nut.

  10. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

    Torque:
    103 N*m  { 1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf }

  11. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

    Tech Tips

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  12. INSPECT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL

    Tech Tips

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