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
   Remove the cotter pin and nut (A).

   Tightening torque: 98.0 - 118 N·m

   

4. 4
   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).

      

5. 5
   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

   

Inspection

1. 1
   Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
2. 2
   Inspect the lower arm for bending or cracks.
3. 3
   Inspect the lower arm for deformation.
4. 4
   Check all bolts and nuts.

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
   Remove the cotter pin and nut (A).

   Tightening torque: 98.0 - 118 N·m

   

4. 4
   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).

      

5. 5
   Remove the ball joint assembly by loosening the bolt (A) and nut (B).

   Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m