Installation Procedure

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Install the lower ball joint (2) to the vehicle.

Fig 1: Lower Ball Joint
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the bolts (2) retaining the lower ball joint (3) to the steering knuckle.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
Install the lower ball joint pinch bolt (1).
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 230 N.m (169 lb ft).

Fig 2: Lower Ball Joint & Bolts
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Install the snap ring (2) to the lower ball joint.

Fig 3: Snap Ring
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Install the bolt (8) and nut (2) retaining the bracket to the axle.
Tighten

Tighten the retaining bolt and nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Lower the vehicle.
Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) .

Fig 4: Retaining Bracket Nuts & Bolts
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