CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled while servicing the vehicle.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. Inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)
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1 |
Brake hose bracket |
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2 |
Front upper arm ball joint |
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3 |
Front shock absorber, coil spring and front upper arm (See Front Shock Absorber, Coil Spring And Front Upper Arm Removal Note.) |
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4 |
Front upper arm (See Front Upper Arm Removal Note.) |
1. Remove the front upper arm ball joint from the steering knuckle using the SST.
1. Loosen the shock absorber upper nuts.
2. Remove the front shock absorber lower bolt and nut.
1. Remove the front upper arm bolts.
2. Push down the front lower arm, and then remove the front upper arm from the gap between the shock absorber lower end and the front lower arm.