DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM > Front Axle
1. Align the alignment mark on the camber adjusting bolt head, and tighten the housing and strut using a new flange nut.
Tightening torque:
155 N·m (15.8 kgf-m, 114.3 ft-lb)
3. Install the front arm ball joint to the housing.
Tightening torque:
50 N·m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)
4. Install the ABS sensor harness to the strut.
5. Install the ABS wheel speed sensor on the housing.
Tightening torque:
7.5 N·m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
6. Install the disc rotor to hub.
7. Install the disc brake caliper on the housing.
Tightening torque:
80 N·m (8.2 kgf-m, 59 ft-lb)
8. Install the stabilizer link.
9. Connect the tie-rod end ball joint to the knuckle arm with a castle nut.
CAUTION:
When connecting the tie-rod, do not hit the cap at bottom of tie-rod end with a hammer.
Tightening torque:
27 N·m (2.8 kgf-m, 19.9 ft-lb)
10. Tighten the castle nut to specified torque and tighten further within 60° until the pin hole is aligned with the slot in the nut. Bend the cotter pin to lock.
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(A) |
Cotter pin |
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(B) |
Castle nut |
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(C) |
Tie-rod |
11. While depressing the brake pedal, tighten a new axle nut to the specified torque and lock it securely.
CAUTION:
Do not apply weight to the front axle before tightening the axle nut. Doing so may damage the hub bearing.
Tightening torque:
220 N·m (22.4 kgf-m, 162.3 ft-lb)
12. After tightening the axle nut, lock it securely.
13. Install the wheel.
Tightening torque:
100 N·m (10.2 kgf-m, 73.8 ft-lb)
14. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.