RM36D0EC _53 Suspension _083073 FRONT SUSPENSION _0402675 FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT A

FRONT SUSPENSION  FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT  INSTALLATION  


CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:
for HV Model:
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When removing or installing the front disc brake caliper assembly, pushing back the disc brake piston may cause a large clearance between the brake pads and brake disc. When the brake pedal is depressed with a large clearance between the brake pads and the brake disc, DTC C140000 and/or C140A00 related to abnormal brake fluid pressure may be stored. Make sure to clear any DTCs after performing this procedure.

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While the auxiliary battery is connected, even if the power switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or any door courtesy switch turns on. Therefore, when servicing the brake system components, do not operate the brake pedal or open/close the doors while the auxiliary battery is connected.



HINT:
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Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

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The following procedure is for the LH side.



PROCEDURE

Hide 43340A 1.INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY (for Steel Steering Knuckle)

a.

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

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

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

Torque:
133 N*m (1356 kgf*cm, 98 ft.*lbf)

NOTICE:
·

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.




c.

Install a new cotter pin.

NOTICE:

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



Hide 43340A 2.INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY (for Aluminum Steering Knuckle)

a.

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

NOTICE:

Do not overtighten the vise.



b.

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

Torque:
133 N*m (1356 kgf*cm, 98 ft.*lbf)

NOTICE:
·

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.




c.

Install a new cotter pin.

NOTICE:

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