Installation

FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT: INSTALLATION

HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY

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

NOTICE:
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

(b) Install the front lower ball joint assembly to the front axle assembly with a new nut.

Torque : 123 Nm (1254 kgf-cm, 91 ft-lbf)

NOTICE:
Prevent oil from adhering to the threaded and tapered parts.

(c) Install a new cotter pin.

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

2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY

Installation