Front Hub/Steering Knuckle/Tone Wheel

Components and Component Location

Components

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
   Remove the front brake caliper. (Refer to Brake System - "Front Disc Brake")
4. 4
   Loosen the screw and remove the front disc (A).

   Tightening torque: 4.9–5.9 N·m

   

5. 5
   Remove the dust cover (A).

   Tightening torque: 3.9 ~ 5.9 N·m

   

6. 6
   Loosen the bolt and remove the wheel speed sensor (A).

   Tightening torque: 7.8–11.8 N·m

   

7. 7
   Remove the tie rod end ball joint.

   1. Remove the cotter pin and nut (A).
   2. Using the SST (09568-2J100), separate the ball joint (B) from the knuckle.

      Tightening torque: 78.5–88 N·m

      

      

8. 8
   Remove the cotter pin and nut (A).

   Tightening torque: 98.0–118 N·m

   

9. 9
   Remove the lower arm from the steering knuckle using the SST (09568-4R100).

   1. Insert the support bolt (A) into the bolt hole of the lower arm.
   2. Install the support housing (B) on the front axle.
   3. Tighten the bolt (C).

      

10. 10
    Loosen the drive shaft seal nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 294.2–314 N·m

    

    The driveshaft lock nut (A) must be replaced with new ones. After installing the driveshaft lock nut, stake the lock nut with a chisel and hammer as shown in the illustration below. Staking depth: 1.5 mm (0.591 in.)

11. 11
    Remove the hub bearing (A) from the front steering knuckle.

    Tightening torque: 117.7–137 N·m

    

12. 12
    Loosen the strut mounting bolts and nut, then remove the steering knuckle assembly (A).

    Tightening torque: 196.1–216 N·m

    

Inspection

1. 1
   Check the hub for cracks and worn splines.
2. 2
   Check the brake disc for scratches and damage.
3. 3
   Check the joint for cracks.
4. 4
   Check the bearing for cracks or damage.

Installation

1. 1
   Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. 2
   Check the alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")