Lexus IS250 · Service Manual SUSPENSION & AXLE

INSPECTION

Inspection


INSPECT FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM

  1. C052062
    Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration before installing the nut.

  1. Use a torque wrench to turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn. Take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

    Turning torque:
    0.98 to 3.43 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 8.7 to 30.4 in.*lbf)

    If the value is not within the specified range, replace the front upper suspension arm with a new one.

  1. Check the dust boots for cracks or grease leakage.

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