INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT

INSTALL FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM

Install the front lower ball joint to the front lower suspension arm with the nut.

• NOTICE:

• Ensure that the thread and taper are free of oil or other foreign matter.

• Torque:
• 162 N*m{ 1,650 kgf*cm, 120 ft.*lbf}

Install a new clip to the front lower ball joint.

• NOTICE:

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

Install the front lower suspension arm and side rail plate with the 4 bolts.

• Torque:
• Bolt 1:
• 204 N*m{ 2,080 kgf*cm, 150 ft.*lbf}
• Bolt 2:
• 86 N*m{ 877 kgf*cm, 63 ft.*lbf}
• Bolt 3:
• 50 N*m{ 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf}

Temporarily tighten the bolt, washer, and nut.

• HINT:

• Insert the bolt from the front of the vehicle.

Install the front lower ball joint with the 2 bolts.

• Torque:
• 120 N*m{ 1,220 kgf*cm, 89 ft.*lbf}