Front Axle Installation
INSTALLATION1) Align the alignment mark on the camber adjusting bolt head, and tighten the housing and strut using a new flange nut.
Tightening torque: 155 Nm (15.8 kgf-m, 114.3 ft-lb)
2) Install the front drive shaft.
3) Install the front arm ball joint to the housing.
Tightening torque: 50 Nm (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)
4) Install the ABS sensor harness to the strut.
5) Install the ABS wheel speed sensor on the housing.
Tightening torque: 7.5 Nm (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
6) Install the disc rotor to hub.
7) Install the disc brake caliper on the housing.
Tightening torque: 155 Nm (15.8 kgf-m, 114.3 ft-lb)
8) Install the stabilizer link.
9) Connect the tie-rod end ball joint to the knuckle arm with a castle nut.
Tightening torque: 27 Nm (2.8 kgf-m, 19.9 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
When connecting the tie-rod, do not hit the cap at bottom of tie-rod end with a hammer.
10) Tighten the castle nut to specified torque and tighten further within 60° until the pin hole is aligned with the slot in the nut. Bend the cotter pin to lock.
11) While depressing the brake pedal, tighten a new axle nut to the specified torque and lock it securely.
Tightening torque: 220 (22.4 kgf-m, 162.3 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
Do not apply a load to the front axle before tightening the axle nut. Otherwise the hub bearing may become damaged.
12) After tightening the axle nut, lock it securely.
13) Install the wheel.
Tightening torque: 100 Nm (10.2 kgf-m, 73.8 ft-lb)
14) Connect the ground cable to battery.
15) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.