FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tip:

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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  2. REMOVE FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT LH

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  3. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH

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  4. DISCONNECT FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSE

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  5. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  6. DISCONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH

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  7. REMOVE FRONT DISC

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

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  9. REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH

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  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.

    3. C156924C04

      *a

      1 mm (0.0394 in.)

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

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      Note:

      Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).

    4. C278704C02

      *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.

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      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.