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measure the turning torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 1.0 - 2.6 N.m (8.9 - 23 in-lb)
2. If the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the toe control arm
assembly.
3. If the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint
turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to re-use that ball
joint.
Fig. 17: Measuring Turning Torque

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TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK 1. Check the toe control arm ball joint dust cover for cracks or damage by
pushing it with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe control arm assembly.
NOTE: Cracks or damage of the dust cover may cause damage

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Fig. 18: Checking Toe Control Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover

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TRAILING ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT Required Special Tool:
MB990800: Ball Joint Remover and Installer
Only when the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work, replace the
dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the dust cover.
to the ball joint. When it is damaged during service
work, replace the dust cover.

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2. Fill the multipurpose grease in the dust cover and lubricate the lip [Amount of
filling grease in the dust cover: approximately 7g (0.247 ounce)].
3. Using special tool MB990800, punch the dust cover until it contacts the snap
ring.
4. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are no cracks or
damage in the dust cover.
Fig. 19: Replacing Trailing Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover

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SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CAUTION: *: Indicates parts which should be temporarily
tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle
on the ground in the unladen condition.

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Fig. 20: Removing & Installing Shock Absorber

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INSPECTION
Check the rubber parts for cracks and wear. Check the shock absorber for malfunctions, oil leakage, or abnormal noise.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
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Fig. 21: Disassembling & Assembling Shock Absorber

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Required Special Tools:
MB991237: Spring Compressor Body MB991239: Arm Set MB991109: Deep Socket
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT << A>> COIL SPRING NUT REMOVAL
CAUTION:
To hold the coil spring securely, install special
tools MB991237 and MB991239 evenly, and so
that the space between both arms of the special
tool will be maximum within the installation
range. Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the bolt

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1. Use special tools MB991237 and MB991239 to compress the coil spring.
Fig. 22: Compressing Coil Spring

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of special tool MB991237. It will break the special
tool.
WARNING:Do not use an impact wrench to remove the strut
nut.
Vibration of the impact wrench will cause
special tools MB991237 and MB991239 to
slip and cause personal injury.

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2. Use an Allen wrench to counterhold the piston rod end, and use special tool
MB991109 to loosen the coil spring nut.
Fig. 23: Loosening Coil Spring Nut

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ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS >>A<< COIL SPRING INSTALLATION 1. Use special tools MB991237 and MB991239 to compress the coil spring, and
Vibration of the impact wrench will cause the
valve inside the strut to dropout.
CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the bolt of
special tool MB991237. It will break the special tool.

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install it to the spring seat of the shock absorber.
2. Align the end of the coil spring with the stepped section of the spring seat of
the shock absorber.
Fig. 24: Installing Coil Spring

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>>B<< SHOCK ABSORBER INSULATOR INSTALLATION Position a center line (A) of the shock absorber lower bushing inner pipe as shown
from the arrow (B) on the shock absorber insulator. Then install the shock absorber
insulator.
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