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Lexus NX Service Manual / Suspension / Front Suspension / Front Lower Ball Joint / Removal

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • When the brake pedal is first depressed after replacing the brake pads or pushing back the disc brake piston, DTC C1214 may be output. As there is no malfunction, clear the DTC.
  • While the auxiliary battery is connected, even if the power switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or the door courtesy switch is turned on. Therefore, even if only brake shoes are to be removed and installed, be sure to perform the Disable Brake Control procedure and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) terminal of the auxiliary battery before beginning work.

HINT:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH

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2. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.

NOTICE:

When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

(b) Remove the clip and nut.

(c) Install SST to the front lower ball joint as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02050

09961-02050

NOTICE:

Make sure that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).

*a

1 mm (0.0394 in.)

(d) Using SST, remove the front lower ball joint from the front axle assembly as shown in the illustration.

SST: 09960-20010

09961-02010

09961-02050

09961-02050

CAUTION:

Apply molybdenum grease to the bolt threads and the tip of SST.

NOTICE:

  • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
  • Be sure to turn the part indicated in the illustration with a wrench.
  • Do not damage the front lower ball joint dust cover.
  • Be sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.

*a

Molybdenum Grease Application Area

*b

Turn

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