FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT > INSTALLATION

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1. Install the front lower ball joint to the steering knuckle with the nut.
   

   Torque:

   123 N*m{ 1,250 kgf*cm , 91 ft.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   Prevent oil from adhering to the screw and tapered parts.

2. Install a new cotter pin.
   

   NOTICE:

   If the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned, tighten the nut further up to 60°.

1. Using SST and a press, install a new front axle hub bearing to the steering knuckle.
   

   SST

   09950-60020   (09951-00810)
   09950-70010   (09951-07100)
   

1. Install the disc brake dust cover to the steering knuckle with the 4 bolts.
   

   Torque:

   8.3 N*m{ 85 kgf*cm , 73 in.*lbf }

1. Using SST and a press, install the front axle hub sub-assembly.
   

   SST

   09608-32010  
   09950-60020   (09951-00810)
   09950-70010   (09951-07100)
   

1. Using snap ring pliers, install a new front axle hub hole snap ring.
   

1. Using SST and a hammer, install the bearing dust deflector No.1.
   

   SST

   09316-60011   (09316-00011, 09316-00031)
   09608-32010  
   

   HINT:

   Align the hole for the speed sensor in the bearing dust deflector No.1 with the steering knuckle.

1. Install the front axle assembly to the front drive shaft assembly.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. Be careful not to damage the outboard joint boot and speed sensor rotor.
      
   2. Prevent foreign matter from adhering to the speed sensor rotor.
      

2. Install the front axle assembly to the front shock absorber assembly with the 2 bolts and nuts.
   

   Torque:

   290 N*m{ 3,000 kgf*cm , 217 ft.*lbf }

   HINT:

   Insert the bolt from the front side of the vehicle and tighten the nut.

1. Install the lower ball joint to the front suspension arm sub-assembly lower with the bolt and 2 nuts.
   

   Torque:

   127 N*m{ 1,300 kgf*cm , 94 ft.*lbf }

1. Install the tie rod end to the steering knuckle with the nut.
   

   Torque:

   49 N*m{ 500 kgf*cm , 36 ft.*lbf }

2. Install a new cotter pin.
   

   NOTICE:

   If the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned, tighten the castle nut up to 60° further.

1. Install the front disc brake caliper assembly with the 2 bolts to the steering knuckle.
   

   Torque:

   104 N*m{ 1,060 kgf*cm , 77 ft.*lbf }

1. Install the speed sensor to the steering knuckle with the bolt.
   

   Torque:

   Bolt A:

   8.0 N*m{ 82 kgf*cm , 71 in.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   1. Be careful not to damage the speed sensor.
      
   2. Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the speed sensor.
      
   3. Do not twist the sensor wire when installing the speed sensor.
      

2. Install the flexible hose and the speed sensor to the shock absorber with the bolt and set the clip of sensor on the knuckle.
   

   Torque:

   Bolt B:

   19 N*m{ 192 kgf*cm , 14 ft.*lbf }

1. Using a socket wrench (30 mm), install a new axle hub nut.
   

   Torque:

   294 N*m{ 3,000 kgf*cm , 217 ft.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   Stake the nut after inspecting for looseness and runout in the following steps.

1. Remove the 2 bolts, and separate the front disc brake caliper assembly.
   

   NOTICE:

   Use a wire or an equivalent to keep the brake caliper from hanging down by the flexible hose.

1. Using a dial indicator, check for looseness near the center of the axle hub.
   

   Maximum:

   0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
   

   NOTICE:

   Ensure that the dial indicator is set at right angles to the measurement surface.

   HINT:

   If looseness exceeds the maximum, replace the bearing.

1. Using a dial indicator, check for runout on the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
   

   Maximum:

   0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
   

   NOTICE:

   Ensure that the dial indicator is set at right angles to the measurement surface.

   HINT:

   If runout exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub.

1. Install the front disc brake caliper assembly with the 2 bolts to the steering knuckle.
   

   Torque:

   104 N*m{ 1,060 kgf*cm , 77 ft.*lbf }

1. Using a chisel and hammer, stake the axle hub nut.
   

Torque:

103 N*m{ 1,050 kgf*cm , 76 ft.*lbf }