FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT REMOVAL

Tech Tips


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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.


  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  2. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT LH


    1. A01IP5HE01

      Using SST and a hammer, unstake the staked part of the front axle shaft nut.

      SST
      09930-00010

      Note

      Loosen the staked part of the front axle shaft nut completely, otherwise the screw of the drive shaft may be damaged.

    2. While applying the brakes, remove the front axle shaft nut.

  3. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH


    1. A01IR2D

      Remove the bolt and disengage the clamp, and detach the front speed sensor wire.

      Note

      Be sure to separate the front speed sensor from the front shock absorber with coil spring completely.

    2. A01IQCT

      Remove the bolt and front speed sensor from the steering knuckle.

      Note


      • Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor tip.

      • Be careful not to damage the front speed sensor.

      • Clean the installation hole and the surface of the speed sensor every time the speed sensor is removed.

  4. DISCONNECT FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSE


    1. A01IR6F

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the front flexible hose.

  5. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Remove the cotter pin and nut.

    2. A01IPGQE02

      Install SST to the tie rod end.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02060 )

      Note

      Make sure that the top of SST aligns with the top of the tie rod end.

    3. Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.

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      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

      CAUTION:

      Apply grease to the bolt threads and the tip of SST.

      Note


      • Be sure to tighten the string firmly to secure SST to the steering knuckle to prevent SST from falling off.

      • Install SST with the center nut so that A and B are parallel. Otherwise, the dust cover may be damaged.

      • Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.

      • Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.

      • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.

      • Do not damage the steering knuckle.

  6. DISCONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01IQZ1

      Remove the 2 bolts and front disc brake cylinder assembly from the steering knuckle.

      Note

      Use wire or an equivalent tool to keep the brake cylinder from hanging down by the flexible hose.

  7. REMOVE FRONT DISC


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the disc and axle hub.

    2. Remove the front disc.

  8. DISCONNECT FRONT NO. 1 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01INYS

      Remove the bolt and 2 nuts.

    2. Disconnect the front suspension lower arm from the lower ball joint.

  9. REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01INGW

      Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, and disconnect the front shock absorber assembly with coil spring from the steering knuckle.

      Tech Tips

      While holding the nuts in place, loosen and remove the bolts.

    2. A01IODAE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the drive shaft and front axle hub sub-assembly.

    3. Using a plastic-faced hammer, remove the front axle assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the front axle outboard joint boot or the magnet rotor of the hub and bearing. Do not push out the drive shaft from the axle assembly with excessive force.

  10. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH


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

      Note

      When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

    2. Remove the cotter pin and nut.

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      Text in Illustration
      *1 1 mm

      Install SST to the front lower ball joint as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02050, 09961-02050 )

      Note

      Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0393 in.).

    4. A01IS9KE01
      Text in Illustration
      *a Molybdenum Grease Application Area
      *b Turn

      Using SST, remove the front lower ball joint from the front axle assembly as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09960-20010   ( 09961-02010 )

      CAUTION:

      Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and the tip of SST.

      Note


      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.

      • Be sure to turn the part indicated in the illustration with a wrench.

      • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.

      • Be sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.