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Install stabilizer clamp that notch (A) becomes vehicle front side
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Install stabilizer bushing that slit (B) becomes vehicle front side
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check stabilizer bar, stabilizer connecting rod, stabilizer bushing and stabilizer clamp for deformation, cracks
or damage. Replace if necessary.
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FSU-16
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FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER
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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires.
2. Remove under cover.
3. Remove wheel sensor. Refer to BRC-57, "
FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View" (without VDC),
BRC-151, "
FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View" (with VDC).
4. Remove lock plate of brake hose. Refer to BR-19, "
FRONT : Exploded View".
5. Remove caliper assembly. Hang caliper assembly not to interfere with work. Refer to BR-34, "
BRAKE
CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View".
6. Remove stabilizer connecting rod (upper side). Refer to FSU-14, "
Exploded View".
7. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-5, "
Exploded View".
8. Remove power steering solenoid valve harness connector and harness clip. Refer to ST-18, "
Exploded
View".
9. Remove heat insulator from suspension member.
10. Remove drive shaft. Refer to FAX-18, "
LEFT SIDE : Removal and Installation" (left side), FAX-19, "RIGHT
SIDE : Removal and Installation" (right side).
11. Separate lower shaft and steering gear assembly. Refer to ST-16, "
Exploded View".
12. Remove power steering oil pump and then separate suction hose and high pressure piping. Refer to ST-
28, "Exploded View", ST-34, "Exploded View".
13. Separate engine mount insulator from engine assembly. Refer to EM-67, "
Exploded View".
14. Set suitable jack to front suspension member.
15. Remove front suspension member stay.
16. Remove front suspension member mounting bolts.
17. Gradually lower the jack placed at the front suspension member.
CAUTION:
Perform the work while checking that the jack is stable.
1. Front suspension member 2. Rebound stopper 3. Front suspension member stay
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER
FSU-17
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NOTE:
Remove the steering knuckle and wheel bearing assembly, steering gear assembly and hydraulic line,
stabilizer bar, transverse link and engine mounting insulator as a unit from the vehicle.
18. Remove the following parts.
Steering knuckle and wheel hub and bearing assembly: refer to FA X - 8 , "
Exploded View".
Steering gear assembly and hydraulic line: refer to ST-18, "
Exploded View" and ST-34, "Exploded
View".
Stabilizer bar: refer to FSU-14, "
Exploded View".
Transverse link: refer to FSU-12, "
Exploded View".
Engine mounting insulator: refer to EM-67, "
Exploded View".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Perform final tightening of installation position between front suspension member and transverse links (rub-
ber bushing) under unladen condition with tires on level ground.
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check the front suspension member for significant deformation, cracks, or damages. Replace if necessary.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check wheel sensor harness for proper connection. Refer to BRC-57, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR :
Exploded View" (without VDC), BRC-151, "FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View" (with VDC).
2. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection".
3. Adjust the neutral position of the steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-66, "
ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING
ANGLE SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION : Special Repair Requirement".
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FSU-18
< SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel AlignmentINFOID:0000000003811129
Measure value under unladen* conditions.
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.
Ball JointINFOID:0000000003811130
Wheel HeightINFOID:0000000003811131
Item Standard
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum –1° 10′ (–1.16°)
Nominal –0° 25′ (–0.42°)
Maximum 0° 20′ (0.33°)
Left and right difference 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less
Caster
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 4° 10′ (4.17°)
Nominal 4° 55′ (4.92°)
Maximum 5° 40′ (5.66°)
Left and right difference 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less
Kingpin inclination
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 11° 55′ (11.92°)
Nominal 12° 40′ (12.67°)
Maximum 13° 25′ (13.41°)
To t a l t o e -
inDistanceMinimum In 0.5 mm (0.020 in)
Nominal In 1.5 mm (0.059 in)
Maximum In 2.5 mm (0.098 in)
Angle (left wheel or right wheel)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum In 0° 02′ (0.04°)
Nominal In 0° 04
′ (0.07°)
Maximum In 0° 06′ (0.10°)
Item Standard
Swing torque Transverse link 0.5 – 4.9 N·m (0.06 – 0.49 kg-m, 5 – 43 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance Transverse link 11.1 – 108.9 N (1.2 – 11.1 kg, 3 – 24 lb)
Rotating torque Transverse link 0.5 – 3.4 N·m (0.06 – 0.34 kg-m, 5 – 30 in-lb)
Axial end play0.1 mm (0.004 in)
Tire size 205/65R16 215/55R17
Engine VQ25DE VQ35DE
Grade 250XE 250XL-V6 250XV-V6 350XV-V6
Front (Hf) 712 mm (28.03 in) 711 mm (27.99 in) 710 mm (27.95 in)
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Measure value under unladen* conditions.
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.Rear (Hr) 703 mm (27.68 in) 702 mm (27.64 in) 701 mm (27.60 in) Tire size 205/65R16 215/55R17
Engine VQ25DE VQ35DE
Grade 250XE 250XL-V6 250XV-V6 350XV-V6
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GI-1
GENERAL INFORMATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ......................3
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ............................3
Description ................................................................3
Terms ........................................................................3
Units ..........................................................................3
Contents ....................................................................3
Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions .......4
Components ..............................................................4
HOW TO FOLLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSES .....6
Description ................................................................6
How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble Diagnosis ......6
Key to Symbols Signifying Measurements or Pro-
cedures .....................................................................
7
HOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMS ................9
Connector Symbols ...................................................9
Sample/Wiring Diagram -Example- .........................10
Description ..............................................................11
ABBREVIATIONS ..............................................13
Abbreviation List ......................................................13
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD
BOLTS ................................................................
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Description ..............................................................14
Tightening Torque Table (New Standard Includ-
ed) ...........................................................................
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TERMINOLOGY .................................................17
SAE J1930 Terminology List ...................................17
FEATURES OF NEW MODEL .....................21
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION .....................21
Model Variation .......................................................21
Information About Identification or Model Code ......21
Dimensions .............................................................23
Wheels & Tires ........................................................23
PRECAUTION ..............................................24
PRECAUTIONS .................................................24
Description ...............................................................24
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" .................................................................
24
Precautions For Xenon Headlamp Service .............24
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion after Battery Disconnect ...................................
24
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ....25
General Precautions ................................................25
Three Way Catalyst .................................................27
Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control
System .....................................................................
27
Hoses ......................................................................27
Engine Oils ..............................................................28
Air Conditioning .......................................................28
Fuel ..........................................................................29
LIFTING POINT .................................................30
Commercial Service Tools .......................................30
Garage Jack and Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift .......30
Board-On Lift ...........................................................31
TOW TRUCK TOWING .....................................32
Tow Truck Towing ...................................................32
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) ...........32
BASIC INSPECTION ...................................34
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL
INCIDENT ..........................................................
34
Work Flow ................................................................34
Control Units and Electrical Parts ............................34
Intermittent Incident .................................................35
Circuit Inspection .....................................................37
CONSULT-III/GST CHECKING SYSTEM .........43
Description ...............................................................43
CONSULT-III Function and System Application*1 ....43
CONSULT-III/GST Data Link Connector (DLC)
Circuit ......................................................................
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Wiring Diagram - CONSULT-III/GST CHECKING
SYSTEM - ...............................................................
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INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ...................48
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL ..................................
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ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING
BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL : Required
Procedure After Battery Disconnection ...................
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
GI-3
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DescriptionINFOID:0000000003852757
This volume explains “Removal, Disassembly, Installation, Inspection and Adjustment” and “Trouble Diag-
noses”.
Te r m sINFOID:0000000003852758
The captions WARNING and CAUTION warn you of steps that must be followed to prevent personal injury
and/or damage to some part of the vehicle.
WARNING indicates the possibility of personal injury if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION indicates the possibility of component damage if instructions are not followed.
BOLD TYPED STATEMENTS except WARNING and CAUTION give you helpful information.
Standard value: Tolerance at inspection and adjustment.
Limit value: The maximum or minimum limit value that should not be exceeded at inspection and adjust-
ment.
UnitsINFOID:0000000003852759
The UNITS given in this manual are primarily expressed as the SI UNIT (International System of Unit), and
alternatively expressed in the metric system and in the yard/pound system.
Also with regard to tightening torque of bolts and nuts, there are descriptions both about range and about the
standard tightening torque.
“Example”
Range
Standard
ContentsINFOID:0000000003852760
A QUICK REFERENCE INDEX, a black tab (e.g. ) is provided on the first page. You can quickly find the
first page of each section by matching it to the section's black tab.
THE CONTENTS are listed on the first page of each section.
THE TITLE is indicated on the upper portion of each page and shows the part or system.
THE PAGE NUMBER of each section consists of two or three letters which designate the particular section
and a number (e.g. “BR-5”).
THE SMALL ILLUSTRATIONS show the important steps such as inspection, use of special tools, knacks of
work and hidden or tricky steps which are not shown in the previous large illustrations.
Assembly, inspection and adjustment procedures for the complicated units such as the automatic transaxle
or transmission, etc. are presented in a step-by-step format where necessary. Outer Socket Lock Nut : 59 - 78 N·m (6.0 - 8.0 kg-m, 43 - 58 ft-lb)
Drive Shaft Installation Bolt: 44.3 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)