Front Suspension
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONCAUTION
- Before removing the steering wheel and air bag module assembly, refer to Service Precautions and Air Bag Module and Clock Spring. Also, put the front wheels in straight-ahead position. Failure to do so may damage the SRS clock spring and render the SRS air bag inoperative, which results in serious driver injury.
- *: Indicates parts which should be initially tightened, and then fully tightened after placing the vehicle horizontally and loading the full weight of the engine on the vehicle body.
Stabilizer Bar Pre-removal Operation
- Power Steering Fluid Draining
- Front Under Cover Removal
- Centermember Removal
- Lower Arm Assembly Removal
- Air Bag Module Assembly Steering Damper and Steering Wheel Assembly Removal
- Floor Console Assembly Removal
- Front Scuff Plate and Cowl Side Trim Removal
- Trunk Lid Opener Cover Removal
- Accelerator Pedal Stopper Removal
- Floor Carpet Removal
Stabilizer Bar Post-installation Operation
- Check the dust covers for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger
- Floor Carpet Installation
- Trunk Lid Opener Cover Installation
- Accelerator Pedal Stopper Installation
- Cowl Side Trim and Front Scuff Plate Removal
- Floor Console Assembly Installation
- Steering Wheel Assembly Steering Damper and Air Bag Module Assembly Installation
- Checking Steering Wheel Position with Wheels Straight Ahead
- Lower Arm Assembly Installation
- Centermember Installation
- Front Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
- Front Under Cover Installation
- Power Steering Fluid Supplying
- Power Steering Fluid Line Bleeding
Stabilizer Link Removal Steps
1. Stabilizer Nut
2. Stabilizer Nut
3. Stabilizer Link
Stabilizer Bushing Removal Steps
1. Stabilizer Nut
15. Steering Gear And Linkage Protector
]]A[[ 16. Stabilizer Bracket
]]A[[ 17. Stabilizer Bushing
Stabilizer Bar Removal Steps
1. Stabilizer Nut
[[A]] 4. Tie Rod End And Knuckle Connection
5. Steering Shaft Pad
[[B]] 6. Steering Gear And Steering Column Assembly Connection
7. Steering Gear And Return Tube Connection
8. Return Tube Clamp Nut And Bolt
9. Pressure Hose Clamp Bolt
10. Steering Gear And Pressure Tube Connection
11. Rear Roll Stopper Connection Bolt
12. Self-locking Nut
13. Front Axle Crossmember Stay
]]B[[ 14. Front Axle No.1 Crossmember Rear Roll Stopper And Steering Gear Assembly
15. Steering Gear And Linkage Protector
]]A[[ 16. Stabilizer Bracket
]]A[[ 17. Stabilizer Bushing
]]A[[ 18. Stabilizer Bar
Required Special Tool:
- MB991897: Ball Joint Remover
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
[[A]] TIE ROD END AND KNUCKLE DISCONNECTION
CAUTION
- Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use special tool MB991897 to avoid possible damage to ball joint threads.
- Hang special tool MB991897 with a cord to prevent it from falling.
1. Install special tool MB991897 as shown in the figure.
2. Turn the bolt and knob as necessary to make the jaws of special tool MB991897 parallel tighten the bolt by hand and confirm that the jaws are still parallel.
NOTE: When adjusting the jaws in parallel make sure the knob is in the position shown in the figure.
3. Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the tie rod end.
[[B]] Steering Gear And Steering Column Assembly Disconnection
1. Remove the steering gear and steering column assembly connecting bolt.
2. Pinch the steering column shaft clip with pliers and pull up the shaft in the direction shown to disengage the steering column assembly.
NOTE: If the steering column shaft is removed accidentally remove the steering column assembly and be sure to insert the steering column shaft into the steering column as shown in the figure.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ Stabilizer Bar/stabilizer Bushing/stabilizer Bracket Installation
Align the stabilizer bar identification mark with the right end of the bushing (LH).
]]B[[ Front Axle No.1 Crossmember, Rear Roll Stopper And Steering Gear Assembly Installation
Align the steering column dash panel cover notch (arrow A) with the steering gear lug (arrow B) and install the front axle number 1 crossmember the rear roll stopper and steering gear assembly.
INSPECTION
- Check the stabilizer bushings for wear and deterioration.
- Check the stabilizer bar for deterioration or damage.
- Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT BREAKAWAY TORQUE CHECK
Required Special Tool:
- MB990326: Preload Socket
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times install the nut to the stud and use special tool MB990326 to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 3.4 - 9.0 Nm (30 - 80 in-lb)
2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value replace the stabilizer link.
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 re-use that ball joint.
STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged replace the stabilizer link.
NOTE: Cracks or damage of the dust cover may cause damage to the ball joint.