FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM (for 2WD) > REMOVAL

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HINT:
  1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
  1. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
  1. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart.



1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL


2. INSPECT FRONT SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LOWER LH


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  1. Install the hub nuts to the disc.

  1. Using a dial indicator, measure the lower ball joint for excessive play when you push the hub nuts up and down with a force of 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf).

    Standard:
    0.5 mm (0.020 in.) or less

    1. If the joint play is not as specified, replace the arm sub-assembly lower.



3. DISCONNECT FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WITH COIL SPRING


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  1. Remove the nut and bolt.

    HINT:
    While fixing the nut in place, loosen and remove the bolt.

  1. Disconnect the shock absorber with coil spring from the lower arm.



4. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LOWER LH


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  1. Remove the 2 bolts, and disconnect the ball joint attachment from the steering knuckle.



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  1. Place matchmarks on the No. 1 camber adjusting cam and vehicle frame.

  1. Remove the 2 nuts, No. 1 and No. 2 camber adjusting cams, 2 camber adjusting cams and lower arm.



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  1. Remove the cotter pin and nut.

  1. Using SST, remove the ball joint attachment.

    SST
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