INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
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(a) Move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut as shown in the illustration. |
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(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn.
Turning torque:
1.0 N*m (10 kgf*cm, 9 in.*lbf) or less
If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
(c) Check for any cracks and grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.
(d) Check that neither unusual drag nor rattle occurs during rotation.
Components
RemovalOn-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. CONNECT TECHSTREAM
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Start the engine and run it at idle.
(c) Enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRAC / Active Test.
HINT:
Refer to the Techstream operator's manu ...
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT
(a) Apply lithium soap base glycol grease to the inside of the small
opening of a new No. 2 steering rack boot.
(b) Install the No. 2 ste ...
Using a flat bed truck
If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45°.
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.
NOTICE
- To prevent body damage when towing a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sli ...