Lower Link Removal and Installation

Lower Link: Removal and Installation

Removal

1) Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2) Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
3) Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower link. Refer to [Stabilizer Bar: Removal and Installation] Service and Repair.
4) On 4WD models, remove the drive shaft. Refer to [Drive Shaft: Removal and Installation] .
5) Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.





6) Remove lower link adjusting bolts and nuts, then the lower link.






NOTE:
Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable) lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.

7) Remove the jounce bumper from the lower link.

Inspection after Removal

Lower Link

Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.

Lower Link Bushing

Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

- Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to [Front Suspension Assembly: Component] Front Suspension Assembly Component.
- When installing wheel and tire, refer to [Wheel and Tire Assembly: Adjustment] Service and Repair.
- After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to [Front Wheel Alignment: On-Vehicle Service] Service and Repair.