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Front Lower Arm





Replacement

Replacement the lateral arm.
1. Remove the front wheel & tire.

Tightening torque:
90 - 110N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65 - 80)

2. Loosen the flange bolt & lock nuts.

Tightening torque:
140 - 160N.m (14.0 - 16.0kgf.m, 101 - 116lb-ft)




3. Disconnect the lateral arm (C) with the front strut assembly (D) by loosening the flange bolts (A) & lock nuts (B).

Tightening torque:
140 - 160N.m (14.0 - 16.0kgf.m, 101 - 116lb-ft)





CAUTION:
Do not use the lock nuts again.

4. Remove the split pin and castle nuts.

Tightening torque:
90 - 110N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65 - 80)




5. Disconnect the lateral arm (A) with the front knuckle using a SST (09568-2J100).








6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
7. Check the alignment.


Replacement the tension arm.
1. Remove the split pin and castle nuts.

Tightening torque
Tie rod : 90 - 110N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65 - 80lb-ft)
Tension arm : 90 - 110N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65 - 80lb-ft)




2. Disconnect the tension arm (A) with the front knuckle using a SST (09568-2J100).








3. Disconnect the tension arm (A) with the frame by loosening the flange bolts & lock nuts.

Tightening torque:
140 - 160N.m (14.0 - 16.0kgf.m, 101 - 116lb-ft)








4. Installation is the reverse of removal.
5. Check the alignment.


Inspection

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the ball joint for rotating torque.
3. Check the lower arm for deformation.
4. Check the all bolts.