FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT INSTALLATION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tip:

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

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

  1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY

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

      Note:

      Do not overtighten the vise.

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

      133 N*m

      1356 kgf*cm

      98 ft.*lbf

      Note:

      • Do not apply lubricants to the ball joint stud taper and threads.

      • Remove any foreign matter from the contact surface of the steering knuckle and ball joint stud taper.

    3. Install a new cotter pin.

      Note:

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

  2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

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