PROCEDURE
REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
REMOVE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
Remove the clip and the castle nut.
Install SST to the threaded section of the lower ball joint.
Note
Make sure the upper ends of the threaded section of the lower ball joint and SST are aligned.
Using SST, separate the front lower suspension arm sub-assembly LH from the front axle assembly.
| *1 | Center Nut | - | - |
| *a | String | *b | Molybdenum Grease Application Area |
| *c | Place the wrench here | *d | Turn |
Note
Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and the tip of SST.
Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.
Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
Do not damage the lower ball joint dust cover.
Do not damage the drive shaft outboard joint boots.
Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
Remove the 2 bolts and the front lower suspension arm sub-assembly LH.