Lower Control Arm

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Removal Service Points
[A] Toe Control Arm Ball Joint And Knuckle Disconnection





CAUTION:
1. Be sure to tie the cord of the special tool to a nearby part.
2. Loosen the nut but do not remove it.

[B] Toe Control Arm Assembly Mounting Bolt Removal





Make mating marks on the toe control arm and eccentric cam bolt before removing the bolt.

INSPECTION
- Check the bushings for wear and deterioration.
- Check the lower arm or toe control arm for bends or damage.
- Check all bolts for condition and straightness.

Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Breakaway Torque Check





1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use the special tool to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.

Standard value: 0.1 - 2.65 Nm (1 - 23 inch lbs.)

2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the toe control arm assembly.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to use that ball joint.

Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Check
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with finger.
2. When dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe control arm assembly.

NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked, the ball joint could be damaged, so if the dust cover is damaged during maintenance work, replace it.

Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Replacement





Replace the dust cover by the following procedure only if the dust cover has become damaged by accident during servicing.
1. Remove the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the lip and inside of the dust cover.
3. Drive in the dust cover with the special tool until it is fully seated.
4. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with finger.