Repair Procedures: Removal

Remove the caulking nut (A) from the front axle.

Tightening torque:

274.6 - 294.2 N.m (28.0 - 30.0 kgf.m, 202.5 - 217.0 lb.ft)

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NOTE:

The driveshaft lock nut must be replaced with new one. When replacing the drive lock hub nut, use only the nut with screw thread (A) on the end

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Tighten the driveshaft lock hub nut to the specified tightening torque, and caulk by using a chisel and hammer.
If there are two key seats, perform on all two seats.
Caulking depth (A) : 1.5 mm (0.0591 in)

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Remove the front caliper.
(Refer to Brake System - "FRONT DISC BRAKE ")
Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the tie rod end pin (A) and nub (B).
Tightening torque:

78.4 - 98.0 N.m (8.0 - 10.0 kgf.m, 57.8 - 72.3 lb.ft)

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Remove the knuckle by using the SST (09568-34000).

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Disconnect the lower arm from the knuckle by using the SST (09568-1S100).

Remove the lower arm pin (A) and nut (B).

Tightening torque:

78.5 - 98.1 N.m (8.0 - 10.0 kgf.m, 57.9 - 72.3 lb.ft)

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NOTE:

When using SST, be sure not to damage the dust cover of lower arm ball joint.
Keep SST tied to the car because there is a risk of injury by dropping the SST during removing the lower arm ball joint.
The peripheral parts may be damaged when removing the lower arm ball joint with a general tool such as lever, so be sure to use SST.