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Installation [12/2019 - ]: Procedure

  1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Secure the front axle assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
      NOTE:

      Do not overtighten the vise.

    2. 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) 

      NOTE:
      • 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.
    3. Install a new cotter pin.
      NOTE:

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

  2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2