1. Remove the front lower arm..
2. Inspect the front lower arm for bending or damage, and the front lower arm ball joint for excessive looseness.
If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.
3. Rotate the front lower arm ball joint stud 5 times
. Install the SST
to the front lower arm ball joint stud, measure the rotational torque using a torque wrench.

If not within the specification, replace the front lower arm.
18 N·m {1.8 kgf·m,13 ft·lbf} max.
3.2 N·m {33 kgf·cm,28 in·lbf} max.
Front Axle
Front Lower Arm Removal/InstallationFront Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1
Boot band (transaxle side (large diameter))
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side (Large Diameter)) Disassembly Note.)
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side (Large Diameter) ...
Oil Seal (Side Gear) Replacement
1. Remove the drain plug and the drain differential oil into a container.
2. Install a new washer and the drain plug, and tighten.
3. Remove the rear drive shaft..
4. Remove the clip from the drive shaft.
CAUTION:
Wrap the end of a screwdriver with cloth to prevent scratches to the i ...
Steering Gear And Linkage
Purpose/ Function
The rotational movement input from the intermediate shaft is converted to
a linear movement in the horizontal direction of the steering rack by the rack
and pinion mechanism, and then transmitted to the tires and wheels.
Construction
A size and weight-redu ...