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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the lower ball joint (2) to the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Installing Lower Ball Joint
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the bolts (2) retaining the lower ball joint (3) to the steering knuckle.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

  3. Install the lower ball joint pinch bolt (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 230 N.m (169 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Bolt & Pinch Bolt Retaining The Lower Ball Joint
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  4. Install the snap ring (2) to the lower ball joint.
    Fig 3: Installing Snap Ring From Ball Joint Stud
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  5. Install the bolt (8) and nut (2) retaining the bracket to the axle.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the retaining bolt and nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 4: Installing Bolt & Nut Retaining Bracket
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