| Removal |
| 1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
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| 2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.
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| 3. |
Remove the front brake caliper.
(Refer to Brake System - "Front Disc Brake")
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| 4. |
Loosen the driveshaft caulking nut (A).
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| 5. |
Remove the tie rod end ball joint.
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| 6. |
Loosen the screw and then remove the front disc.
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| 7. |
Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and then remove the lower arm ball joint
by using SST (09568-1S100).
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| 8. |
Remove the driveshaft (A) from the front axle assembly (B).
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| 9. |
Loosen the bolt and then remove the wheel speed sensor (A).
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| 10. |
Remove the hub bearing from the front knuckle.
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| 11. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and then remova the dust cover.
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| 12. |
Loosen the strut mounting bolts, nuts and then remove the knuckle assembly.
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| 13. |
To install, reverse the removal procedure
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| 14. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the hub for cracks and the splines for wear.
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| 2. |
Check the brake disc for scoring and damage.
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| 3. |
Check the knuckle for cracks.
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| 4. |
Check the bearing for cracks or damage.
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1. Driver’s front air bag
2. Passenger’s front air bag
3. Side air bag*
4. Curtain air bag*
5. Knee air bag*
6. Front passenger air bag ON/OFF
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