GENERAL PROCEDURES (STEERING)

Wheel And Tire Installation

1. When installing a wheel, tighten the wheel nuts in opposing diagonal order to the following torque.

88.2-117.6 N·m {9.00-11.99 kgf·m, 65.06-86.73 ft·lbf}

Power Steering Components Installation

1. If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected, inspect the following after installation of the power steering components.

- Power steering fluid amount inspection

- Power steering fluid leakage inspection

- Air bleeding

ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron^®II)

Connectors disconnection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before doing any work that requires handling of connectors.

Suspension Links Removal/Installation

Note

• To prevent the bushings from being twisted or pinched, perform the procedures with no passengers or luggage aboard the vehicle.

1. For the joint section with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. After the vehicle has been lowered to the ground, tighten them to the specified torque.