Front Suspension

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal Service Point
[A] Lower Arm Ball Joint Disconnection





Use the special tool to disconnect the lower arm ball joint from the knuckle.

CAUTION:
1. Using the special tool, loosen the tie rod end mounting nut. Only loosen the nut; do not remove it from the ball joint.
2. Support the special tool with a cord, etc. to prevent it from coming off.

Installation Service Point
]A[ Self-Locking Nut Installation





Tighten the self-locking nut so that the amount of protrusion of the end of the stabilizer bar mounting bolt is at the standard value.
Standard value (A): 22 mm (0.87 inch)

INSPECTION
- Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
- Check the lower arm for bend or breakage.
- Check the support bracket for deterioration or damage.
- Check the ball joint dust cover for cracks.
- Check all bolts for condition and straightness.

Ball Joint Breakaway Torque Check





1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use the special tool to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 1.0 - 6.4 Nm (9 - 56 inch lbs.)
2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the lower arm.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to use that ball joint.

Ball Joint Dust Cover Check
1. Press the dust cover with a finger to check whether the dust cover is cracked or damaged.

NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked, the ball joint could be damaged, so if the dust cover is damaged during maintenance work, replace it.

2. When dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the lower arm.

BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT





Replace the dust cover only when it has been cracked or damaged by mistake during the maintenance work.
1. Remove the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the lip and inside of the dust cover.
3. Drive in the dust cover with special tool until it is fully seated.
4. Press the dust cover with a finger to check whether the dust cover is cracked or damaged.

LOWER ARM REAR BUSHING REPLACEMENT





1. Apply soapy water between the shaft and old bushing, and pry up bushing using a flat-tipped screwdriver.
2. Apply soapy water to the shaft and new bushing and install new bushing into the shaft at the angle shown in the illustration.
3. Press in the bushing as illustrated.