Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Installation

Front Arm

INSTALLATION

1) Using the ST, install the stud bolt.
ST 20299AG020 STUD BOLT SOCKET

Tightening torque:
110 Nm (11.2 kgf-m, 81.1 ft-lb)

2) Using new bolts and self-locking nuts, temporarily tighten the front arm to crossmember.
3) Secure the front arm to body, and then install the support plate with new bolts and self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque:
Support plate to Front arm:
88 Nm (9.0 kgf-m, 64.9 ft-lb)
Support plate to Body:
150 Nm (15.3 kgf-m, 110.6 ft-lb)

4) Install the ball joint into housing.

Tightening torque:
50 Nm (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

5) Install the stabilizer.
6) Lower the vehicle from lift, and tighten the bolt which secures the front arm to crossmember with wheels in full contact with the ground and the vehicle at curb weight.

Tightening torque:
95 Nm (9.7 kgf-m, 70.1 ft-lb)

7) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.