Removal And Installation

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
CAUTION:
- When lifting a vehicle using a lift, be careful not to damage the lower parts of the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, canister).
  (Refer to LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS General Information - "Lift Point")
Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Separate the stabilizer bar from the front strut assembly after loosening the mounting nut (A).
Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)

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Remove the stabilizer link after loosening the mounting nuts (A).
Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)

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Remove the side cover (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.
Tightening torque:

8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb-ft)

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Separate the stabilizer bar from the front cross member after loosening the mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb-ft)

[LH]

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[RH]

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Remove the split pin and then loosen the nut (A).
Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb-ft)

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Remove the tie rod end ball joint by using the SST (09568-2J100).

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Disconnect the R-MDPS connector (A).

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Separate the gear box from the steering column and shaft after loosening the mounting bolt (A).
Tightening torque:

32.4 - 37.3 N.m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf.m, 23.9 - 27.5 lb-ft)

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Remove the steering gear box after loosening the mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:

107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb-ft)

[LH]

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[RH]

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To install, reverse the removal procedures.
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "ALIGNMENT ")
Run the "EPS Type Recognition" using by diagnostic tool.