Lexus IS250 · Service Manual SUSPENSION & AXLE

INSTALLATION

Removal / installation


1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT
  1. Install the front lower ball joint to the front lower suspension arm with the nut.

    NOTICE:
    Ensure that the thread and taper are free of oil or other foreign matter.

    Torque:
    162 N*m{ 1,650 kgf*cm , 120 ft.*lbf }

  1. Install a new clip to the front lower ball joint.

    NOTICE:
    Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.


2. INSTALL FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM

  1. C104396E02
    Install the front lower suspension arm and side rail plate with the 4 bolts.

    Torque:
    Bolt 1:
    204 N*m{ 2,080 kgf*cm , 150 ft.*lbf }
    Bolt 2:
    86 N*m{ 877 kgf*cm , 63 ft.*lbf }
    Bolt 3:
    50 N*m{ 510 kgf*cm , 37 ft.*lbf }

  1. C117265
    Temporarily tighten the bolt, washer, and nut.

    HINT:
    Insert the bolt from the front of the vehicle.

  1. C117262
    Install the front lower ball joint with the 2 bolts.

    Torque:
    120 N*m{ 1,220 kgf*cm , 89 ft.*lbf }

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