Front Lower Ball Joint: Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
• The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
2. REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH (for 2WD)  (See REMOVAL )
3. REMOVE FRONT BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH  (See DISASSEMBLY )
4. REMOVE FRONT DISC  (See INSPECTION )
5. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB NUT  (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
6. DISCONNECT FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER NO. 1 ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
7. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH  (See INSPECTION )
8. REMOVE STEERING KNUCKLE WITH AXLE HUB  (See REMOVAL )
9. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH 

   SST 09960-20010 (09961-02050, 09961-02010) 

   1. Secure the front axle assembly in a vise between aluminum plates.
      NOTE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
   2. Remove the cotter pin and nut.
   3. Install SST to the front lower ball joint as shown in the illustration.

      SST 09960-20010 (09961-02050) 

      NOTE: Check that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).

      HINT:

      Use 2 SST of the same type.

      Fig 1: Identifying Clearance Between SST And Front Axle Assembly

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   4. Using SST, remove the front lower ball joint from the front axle assembly as shown in the illustration.

      SST 09960-20010 (09961-02010) 

      NOTE:

      • Apply grease to the bolt threads and the tip of SST.
      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
      • Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
      • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.
        Fig 2: Removing Front Lower Ball Joint From Front Axle Assembly

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