Repair Procedure
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- A.-
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
Sub-Procedure
Installation
NOTICE:
- Be careful not to twist the wires.
- Make sure there are no debris in the sensor mounting hole.
- B.-
NOTICE:
- When removing the hub bearing unit from the driveshaft, refer to Service Precautions .
- Keep the wheel bearing/encoder away from any magnetic field. The encoder can be damaged or erased.
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
After Installation
- C.-
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
Sub-Procedure
NOTICE:
- Do not use a hammer or impact tools (pneumatic or electric).
- Be careful not to damage the threads of the bolts.
Figure 1
Removal
1. Attach the ball joint remover to the bolt (a) as shown. (Figure 1).
2. Turn the pressure bolt (b) to separate the bolt from the hub (c). (Figure 1)
NOTE: Adjust the adjusting bolt (d) so that the angle between the bolt and the jaw portion (e) of the ball joint remover is kept at perpendicular. (Figure 1)Figure 2
Installation
NOTICE:
- Degrease the area around the bolt and the threaded section of the nut.
- Before installing the bolt, clean the mating surfaces on the bolt and the hub.
1. Insert the bolt (f) into the hub (g) while aligning the splined surfaces (h) on the hub hole with the bolt. (Figure 2)
2. Adjust the measurement (i) with the washers (k), then install the nut (m) hand-tight. (Figure 2)
NOTE:- Make sure the bolt is installed perpendicular to the hub disc surface.
- Do not reuse nuts and washers that have been used with tools in installation and removal procedures.
Specifications (Figure 2)
Specification i 13-16 mm (0.51-0.63 in) Tool Details (Figure 2)
Name k Washers (P/N 94101-14800) or equivalent m Nut (P/N 90304-SHJ-A91) or equivalent 3. Tighten the nut.
NOTE:Do not exceed the maximum torque limit.
Specifications
Service Limit 127 Nm (94 lbfft) max. Specifications (Figure 2)
Specification n No Clearance After Installation
- If you cannot tighten the nut to the specified torque when installing the wheel, replace the rear hub bearing unit as assembly.
- D.-
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
- Front Brake Area Parts
- Front Brake Disc
- Front Brake Hose Bracket B
Disconnect:
After Installation
- Front Brake Area Parts
- E.-
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
- Front Wheel
- Undercover Area Parts
- Engine Undercover (Except TRAILSPORT)
- Front Skid Plate (TRAILSPORT)
Disconnect:
Sub-Procedure
Figure 1
Removal
- Disconnect the front lower arm ball joint from the knuckle, using the ball joint thread protector and the ball joint remover
. (Figure 1)
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the ball joint remover.
Figure 2
Installation
1. Loosely install nuts and/or bolts to install the bushings, load the suspension with the vehicle's weight, and then tighten the nuts and/or bolts to the specified torque.
2. Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Never loosen the castle nut to align the pin hole. (Figure 2)
After Installation
- F.-
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
Sub-Procedure
Removal/Installation
- Refer to the figure.
Tool Details
Name a Hex Wrench (Commercially Available) - G.-
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
- Windshield Wiper Area Parts
- Cowl Cover Lid
- Blind Plug
- Front Brake Area Parts
- Front Wheel
- Front Brake Hose Bracket B
Disconnect:
- Front Stabilizer Link
Sub-Procedure
Installation
- Refer to the figure.
After Installation
- Windshield Wiper Area Parts
- H.-
NOTICE:
Review the Service Precautions before doing repairs or service .
Preconditions
- Transmission Fluid Drained (When removing left driveshaft)
Key Information
NOTE: For the removal and installation procedure, refer to Front Driveshaft Removal and Installation and the sub-procedure below .
Sub-Procedure
Figure 1
Installation
- Apply the following grease, then remove the grease from the splined grooves (a) at intervals of 2-3 splines so that air can bleed from the intermediate shaft. (Figure 1)
Lubricant Specifications (Figure 1)
Position Type Specified Amount b Super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) or equivalent 2.0-3.0 g(0.071-0.106 oz) Figure 2
- Apply the following grease to the contact area of the outboard joint and the front wheel bearing.
NOTE: The paste helps prevent noise and vibration.
Lubricant Specifications (Figure 2)
Position Type Specified Amount c Moly LG Grease No. 2 (P/N 08798-9010) or equivalent 3.0 g(0.106 oz) After Installation
- Transmission Fluid Refill (When removing left driveshaft)
- Turn the wheel by hand and make sure there is no interference between the driveshaft and surrounding parts.
- Wheel Alignment Check
- Test drive and check that there are no abnormal noise and vibration.
- I.-
Preconditions
- Transmission Fluid Drained
- Transfer Assembly Fluid Drained (AWD)
Key Information
Do the following before starting your work.
Remove:
- Undercover Area Parts
- Engine Undercover (Except TRAILSPORT)
- Front Skid Plate (TRAILSPORT)
- Catalytic Converter Area Parts
- Under-Floor Three Way Catalytic Converter (Under-Floor TWC)
- Rear WU-TWC Bracket
- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Heat Insulator
- Front Driveshaft (Right Side)
Disconnect:
Sub-Procedure
Removal
NOTICE:
Pull the intermediate shaft straight out to avoid damaging the oil seal.
NOTE: Bolt (a) removed from bottom, and bolts (b) removed from side.
After Installation
- Transfer Assembly Fluid Refill (AWD)
- Transmission Fluid Refill
- Wheel Alignment Check
- Test drive and check that there are no abnormal noise and vibration.
- J.-
NOTICE:
- If the ball joint boot is damaged with grease leaks, replace the appropriate part as an assembly.
- If the ball joint boot is soft and cracked without grease leaks, replace the ball joint boot.
Sub-Procedure
Figure 1
Removal
1. Make an alignment mark (a) in the center between the both boot clip end faces (b) on the lower arm (c). (Figure 1)
2. Remove the boot clip and the boot.
Figure 2
Installation
NOTICE:
Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials to enter the boot.
1. Pack the lower area of the ball pin, the interior of the ball joint boot, and the lip with fresh grease.
Lubricant Specifications (Figure 2)
Position Type d Service Set Grease 2. Keep grease off the boot mounting area (e) and the tapered section of the ball pin (f). (Figure 2)
Figure 3
3. Adjust the clip guide with the adjusting bolt (g) until its base is just above the groove around (h) the bottom of the boot. (Figure 3)
4. Slide the clip (i) over the clip guide and into position on the boot. (Figure 3)
Figure 4
5. Align the center between the both end faces (k) of the boot clip to alignment mark (m) of the lower arm (n). (Figure 4)
After Installation
- If grease contaminates the tapered section of the ball pin and the screw section, wipe off the grease completely.
- K.-
After Installation
- L.-
Sub-Procedure
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the inside of the bushing hole when pressing on the bushing.
Removal
- Make a reference mark (a), then press out the lower arm. (Figure 1)
Tool Details (Figure 1)
Name b Attachment(Commercially Available) c Suitable Collar (Commercially Available) Figure 1
Installation
1. Press in the front lower arm compliance bushing by hand first.
Figure 2
2. Support the lower arm on a suitable square lumber (d). (Figure 2)
3. Press in the front lower arm compliance bushing to the reference mark (e) on the lower arm you made during the removal procedure. (Figure 2)
NOTE: If the reference mark is gone, align the length (f) between the lower arm and the front lower arm compliance bushing to the following specifications. (Figure 2)Specifications (Figure 2)
Position Standard Value f 278.9 mm (10.980 in) Installation Directions (Figure 2)
Position Direction g Upper Side h Inside Tool Details (Figure 2)
Name i Suitable Collar (Commercially Available) After Installation