Lower Link

LOWER LINK


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
3. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower link. Front Stabilizer .
4. Remove drive shaft nut, if equipped. Front Drive Shaft .





5. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.





6. Remove lower link bolts (1) and nuts, then the lower link (2).

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.

Lower Link Bushing
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Front Suspension .
- When installing wheel and tire, Rotation.
- After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Front Suspension .