Front Lower Arm Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1
   Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
2. 2
   Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

   Tightening Torque: 107.9 ~ 128 N·m

   

   Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).

3. 3
   Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and separate the lower arm ball joint using SST (09568-1S100).

   Tightening Torque: 58.8 ~ 71 N·m

   

   

   Do not reuse the lower arm lock nut (A).

4. 4
   Remove the front lower arm (A) after loosening the bolts and nuts. Tightening torque Front: 117.7 ~ 137 N·m Rear: 156.9 ~ 176 N·m (16.0 ~ 18.0 kgf·m, 115.7 ~ 130.2 ft-lbf)

   

5. 5
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. 6
   Check the wheel alignment. (Refer to Tires/Wheels – Wheel Alignment)

Replacement

Lower Arm Ball Joint Assembly Replacement

1. 1
   Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
2. 2
   Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

   Tightening Torque: 107.9 ~ 128 N·m

   

   Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).

3. 3
   Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and separate the lower arm ball joint using SST (09568-1S100).

   Tightening Torque: 58.8 ~ 71 N·m

   

   

4. 4
   Remove the ball joint after loosening the nut (B) and bolt (A).

   

5. 5
   Replace the ball joint assembly with a new one.
6. 6
   Install the ball joint assembly and tighten the nut (B) and bolt (A).

   Tightening torque: 98.1 ~ 118 N·m

   

7. 7
   Install the lower arm and tire.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Inspection

1. 1
   Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
2. 2
   Inspect the lower arm for deformation.
3. 3
   Check all bolts and nuts.