Removal |
1. |
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-)
cable.
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2. |
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are placed in the straight
ahead position.
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3. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.
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4. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly after loosening
the nut (A).
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5. |
Remove the tie rod end ball joint.
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6. |
Remove the split pin and nut (A).
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7. |
Remove the lower arm from the knuckle by using the SST (09568-4R100).
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8. |
Loosen the bolt (A) and then disconnect the universal joint assembly
from the pinion of the steering gear box.
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9. |
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
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10. |
Disconnect the R-MDPS main connector (A). [R-MDPS Type only]
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11. |
Remove the muffler rubber hanger (A).
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12. |
Remove the roll rod bracket (C) by loosening the bolt (A), (B).
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13. |
Remove the subframe by loosening the mounting bolts and nuts.
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14. |
Remove the heated protector (A).
[C-MDPS]
[R-MDPS]
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15. |
Remove the steering gearbox (A) from the front sub frame by loosening
the mounting bolts.
[C-MDPS]
[R-MDPS]
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16. |
Loosen the mounting bolts and then remove the stabilizer bar (A).
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17. |
Remove the front lower arm (A) from the sub frame.
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Installation |
1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Even though your vehicle is equipped with the OCS, never install a child restraint in the front passenger's seat. An inflating air bag can forcefully strike a child or child restraint resulting in serious or fatal injury.