STEERING KNUCKLE INSTALLATION

Tech Tips


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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. INSTALL STEERING KNUCKLE


    1. Secure the steering knuckle between aluminium plates in a vise.

      Note

      Do not overtighten the vise.

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

      Torque:
      40 N*m  { 408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf }
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      Text in Illustration
      *1 MP grease

      Apply MP grease to the areas indicated by the arrows in the illustration on the front drive shaft assembly contact surface of the front axle hub sub-assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Apply 0.1 to 0.3 g (0.00353 to 0.0106 oz.) of MP grease to each area.

  2. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY


    1. Secure the front axle assembly in a vise.

      Note

      When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

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

      Torque:
      71 N*m  { 724 kgf*cm, 52 ft.*lbf }

    3. Install a new clip.

      Note

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

  3. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the procedures from Install Front Axle Assembly Click here.