Front Axle Installation
Front AxleINSTALLATION
1) Align the alignment mark on the camber adjusting bolt head, and affix the front housing and strut together using a new self-locking 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 front housing.
Tightening torque:
50 Nm (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)
4) Install the ABS wheel speed sensor on the front housing.
Tightening torque:
7.5 Nm (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
5) Install the disc rotor to hub.
6) Install the disc brake caliper to the front housing.
Tightening torque:
120 Nm (12.2 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)
7) Install the stabilizer link.
8) Connect the tie-rod end ball joint to the knuckle arm with a castle nut.
Tightening torque:
27.0 Nm (2.75 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.
9) Tighten the castle nut to specified torque and tighten further within 60° until the pin hole is aligned with the slot in nut. Bend the cotter pin to lock.
10) While depressing the brake pedal, tighten a new axle nut to the specified torque and lock it securely.
Tightening torque:
240 Nm (24.5 kgf-m, 177 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
^ Install the wheel after installation of axle nut. Failure to follow this rule may damage the wheel bearing.
^ Be sure to tighten the axle nut to specified torque. Do not overtighten it as this may damage the wheel bearing.
11) After tightening the axle nut, lock it securely.
12) Install the front wheel and tighten the wheel nuts to specified torque.
Tightening torque:
Chromed wheel
150 Nm (15.3 kgf-m, 110.6 ft-lb)
Other than above
120 Nm (12.2 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)
13) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.