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Suspension
Front and Rear Suspension
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension............................................. .............................................
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
(’08-09 Models) . 18-47
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Special Tools . 18-2
Component Location Index . 18-3
Wheel Alignment . 18-5
Wheel Bearing End Play Inspection . 18-9
Wheel Runout Inspection . 18-9
Wheel Bolt Replacement . 18-10
Ball Joint Removal . 18-12
Ball Joint Boot Inspection/Replacement . 18-13
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Knuckle/Hub/Wheel Bearing Replacement . 18-14
Lower Ball Joint Replacement
. 18-20
Lower Arm Removal/Installation . 18-22
Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation . 18-25
Stabilizer Bar Replacement . 18-25
Damper/Spring Removal and Installation . 18-26
Damper/Spring Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly . 18-28
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Knuckle/Hub Bearing Unit Replacement
. 18-31
Upper Arm Removal/Installation . 18-35
Trailing Arm Removal/Installation . 18-36
Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation . 18-37
Stabilizer Bar Replacement . 18-38
Damper Replacement . 18-39
Spring Replacement . 18-42
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18-3
Component Location Index
STABILIZER BAR
LOWER ARM STABILIZER LINK KNUCKLE/HUB/
WHEEL BEARING
DAMPER/SPRING
WHEEL BOLT
BALL JOINT LOWER BALL JOINT Replacement, page 18-25
Removal/Installation, page 18-22 Removal/Installation, page 18-25 Knuckle/Hub Replacement,
page 18-15
Wheel Bearing Replacement,
page 18-18
Removal, page 18-26
Installation, page 18-27
Diassembly/Inspection/
Reassembly, page 18-28
Replacement, page 18-10
Boot Inspection/Replacement,
page 18-13
Replacement, page 18-20
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Front Toe Inspection/Adjustment
Front toe-in: 0 2 mm (0 0.08 in.)
18-7
B
A
14x1.5mm
90 N·m
(9.2 kgf·m,
67 lbf·ft)A
14x1.5mm
44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)
BC
7. Measure the camber angle.
 If the measurement is within specification,measure the toe.
 If the measurement is not within specification, go to step 8.
8. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see page
1-11).
9. Remove the front wheels.
10. Replace the damper pinch bolts with the adjusting bolts (A), and adjust the camber angle.
NOTE: Install the washers (B) included adjusting bolt set between the front damper and self-locking nut.
 The camber angle can be adjusted up to 25 ’ (center of tolerance) by replacing one damper
pinch bolt with the adjusting bolt.
 The camber angle can be adjusted up to 50 ’ by replacing both damper pinch bolts with the
adjusting bolts.
11. Tighten the adjusting bolts to the specified torque value.
12. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel, then install the front wheels.
13. Lower the vehicle to the ground, and bounce the front of the vehicle up and down several times to
stabilize the suspension.
14. Measure the camber angle. If the camber angle is not within specification, repeat steps 8 through 13
to readjust the camber angle. If the camber
measurement is correct, measure toe-in, and adjust
it if necessary. Use commercially available computerized four wheel
alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment
(caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the
equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Set the steering column to the middle tilt and center telescopic positions. Center the steering
wheel spokes, and install a steering wheel holder
tool.
2. Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight ahead.
 If adjustment is required, go to step 3.
 If no adjustment is required, go to rear toe inspection/adjustment.
3. Loosen the tie-rod locknuts (A) while holding the flat surface sections (B) of the tie-rod end with a
wrench, and turn both tie-rods (C) until the front toe
is within specifications.
4. After adjusting, tighten the tie-rod locknuts to the specified torque value. Reposition the rack-end
boot if it is twisted or displaced.
5. Go to rear toe inspection/adjustment.
(cont’d)
Replace.Replace.
Replace.
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Special Tools Required
18-12
Front and Rear Suspension
Ball Joint Removal
B
A 07AAF-SDAA100 or
071AF-S3VA000
A B
07MAC-SL0A102 or
07MAC-SL0A202 (Multipurpose) C
D
B
07MAC-SL0A102 or
07MAC-SL0A202
A
E
 Ball joint thread protector, 12 mm 07AAF-SDAA100
 Ball joint thread protector, 14 mm 071AF-S3VA000
 Ball joint remover, 32 mm 07MAC-SL0A102
 Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL0A202
Always use a ball joint remover to disconnect a ball
joint. Do not strike the housing or any other part of
the ball joint connection to disconnect it.
1. Install a hex nut (A) or the ball joint thread protector onto the threads of the ball joint (B).
NOTE: Using a hex nut, make sure the nut is flush
with the ball joint pin end to prevent damage to the
threaded end of the ball joint pin.
2. Apply grease to the ball joint remover on the areas shown (A). This will ease the installation of the tool,
and prevent damage to the pressure bolt (B)
threads. 3. Loosen the pressure bolt (A), and install the ball
joint remover as shown. Insert the jaws carefully,
making sure not to damage the ball joint boot.
Adjust the jaw spacing by turning the adjusting bolt
(B).
NOTE: Fasten the safety chain (C) securely to a
suspension arm or the subframe (D). Do not fasten
it to a brake line or wire harness.
4. After adjusting the adjusting bolt, make sure the head of the adjusting bolt is in the position shown
to allow the jaw (E) to pivot.
5. With a wrench, tighten the pressure bolt until the ball joint pin pops loose from the ball joint
connecting hole. If necessary, apply penetrating
type lubricant to loosen the ball joint pin.
NOTE: Do not use pneumatic or electric tools on
the pressure bolt.
6. Remove the ball joint remover, then remove the nut from the end of the ball joint pin, and pull the
ball joint out of the ball joint connecting hole.
Inspect the ball joint boot, and replace it if
damaged.
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Special Tools Required
18-13
Ball Joint Boot Inspection/Replacement
A
B
C
D (Multipurpose)
(Multipurpose) A
07GAF-SE00200
Press
Attachment, 40 mm 07GAF-SE00200
1. Check the ball joint boot for weakness, damage, cracks, and grease leaks.
NOTE: If the ball joint boot is damaged with grease leaks, replace the appropriate part as an assembly.
 If the ball joint boot is soft and cracked without grease leaks, go to step 2. Replace the
appropriate ball joint boot.
2. Disconnect the appropriate ball joint connection, and remove the component including the ball joint.
The lower ball joint (see page 18-20).
3. Remove the boot.
4. Pack the interior and lip (A) of a new boot with grease. Keep the grease off of the boot-to-lower
ball joint housing mating surfaces (B).
5. Pack fresh grease into the base (C). Do not let dirt or other foreign materials get into the boot.
6. Install the boot on the ball joint, then squeeze it gently to force out any air, then wipe the grease off
the tapered portion of the ball joint pin (D). 7. Press the boot with the attachment until the bottom
seats on the lower ball joint housing (A) all the way
around.
8. After installing a boot, wipe any grease off the
exposed portion of the ball joint pin.
9. Install all of the removed parts.
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Wheel Bearing Replacement
18-18Front Suspension
Knuckle/Hub/Wheel Bearing Replacement (cont’d)
A
B
C
Except Type S model:
07GAF-SE00100
Type S model:
07GAF-SD40100
C Press
D D
A
B C
Except Type S model:
07GAF-SE00100
Type S model:
07GAF-SD40100
Press
17. Install the knuckle/hub in the reverse order of
removal, and note these items:
 First install all of the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and the nuts, then raise the
suspension to load it with the vehicle’s weight
before fully tightening to the specified torque
values.
 Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when connecting the knuckle.
 Before connecting the lower ball joint to the knuckle, degrease the threaded section and the
tapered portion of the ball joint pin, the ball joint
connecting hole, the threaded section, and the
mating surfaces of the castle nut.
 Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to
align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not
align the castle nut by loosening it.
 Use a new spindle nut during reassembly.
 Before installing the spindle nut, apply a small amount of engine oil to the seating surface of the
nut. After tightening, use a drift to stake the
spindle nut shoulder against the driveshaft.
 Before installing the brake disc, clean the mating surfaces of the front hub and the inside of the
brake disc.
 Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
18. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see page 18-5). 1. Separate the hub (A) from the knuckle (B) using the
hub dis/assembly tool and a hydraulic press. Hold
the knuckle with the attachment (C) of the hydraulic
press or equivalent tool. Be careful not to damage
or deform the splash guard (D). Hold onto the hub
to keep it from falling when pressed clear.
2. Press the wheel bearing inner race (A) off of the hub (B) using the hub dis/assembly tool, a
commercially available bearing separator (C), and a
press.
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Removal/Installation
18-2218-22 Front Suspension
Lower Ball Joint Replacement
(cont’d)
Lower Arm Removal/Installation
A
10x1.25mm
34 N·m
(3.5 kgf·m,
25 lbf·ft)
B C
D
7. Install the lower ball joint in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
 First install all of the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and the nuts, then raise the
suspension to load it with the vehicle’s weight
before fully tightening to the specified torque
values.
 Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when connecting the knuckle.
 Before connecting the lower ball joint to the knuckle, degrease the threaded section and the
tapered portion of the ball joint pin, the ball joint
connecting hole, the threaded section, and the
mating surfaces of the castle nut.
 Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to
align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not
align the castle nut by loosening it.
 Use a new spindle nut during reassembly.
 Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
8. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see page 18-5).  Bushing driver 07AAF-SVAA100
 Receiver set 07AAF-SVAA200
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see page
1-11).
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Remove the flange nut (A) while holding the joint pin (B) with a hex wrench (C), then disconnect both
sides of the stabilizer link from the lower arm (D).
NOTE: Use the new flange nut during reassembly.
4. Turn the stabilizer bar backward to gain easier access to the front side of the lower arm mounting
bolt.
Replace.
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Removal/Installation
18-2218-22 Front Suspension
Lower Ball Joint Replacement
(cont’d)
Lower Arm Removal/Installation
A
10x1.25mm
34 N·m
(3.5 kgf·m,
25 lbf·ft)
B C
D
7. Install the lower ball joint in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
 First install all of the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and the nuts, then raise the
suspension to load it with the vehicle’s weight
before fully tightening to the specified torque
values.
 Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when connecting the knuckle.
 Before connecting the lower ball joint to the knuckle, degrease the threaded section and the
tapered portion of the ball joint pin, the ball joint
connecting hole, the threaded section, and the
mating surfaces of the castle nut.
 Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to
align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not
align the castle nut by loosening it.
 Use a new spindle nut during reassembly.
 Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the
wheel.
8. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see page 18-5).  Bushing driver 07AAF-SVAA100
 Receiver set 07AAF-SVAA200
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see page
1-11).
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Remove the flange nut (A) while holding the joint pin (B) with a hex wrench (C), then disconnect both
sides of the stabilizer link from the lower arm (D).
NOTE: Use the new flange nut during reassembly.
4. Turn the stabilizer bar backward to gain easier access to the front side of the lower arm mounting
bolt.
Replace.
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Replacement - Except Type S Model
19-13
A
10 x 1.0 mm
B
C
A A
B
B
A
C C
1. Remove some brake fluid from the master cylinder.
2. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with
safety stands in the proper locations (see page
1-11).
3. Remove the front wheels.
4. Remove the flange bolt (A) while holding the caliper pin (B) with a wrench. Be careful not to
damage the pin boot, and pivot the caliper (C) up
out of the way. Check the hose and pin boots for
damage and deterioration.
5. Remove the pad shims (A) and the brake pads (B). 6. Remove the pad retainers (A).
7. Clean the caliper bracket (B) thoroughly; remove
any rust, and check for grooves and cracks. Verify
that the caliper pins (C) move in and out smoothly.
Clean and lube if needed.
8. Inspect the brake disc for runout, thickness, parallelism (see page 19-19) and check for damage
and cracks.
9. Apply a thin coat of M-77 assembly paste (P/N 08798-9010) to the retainer mating surface of the
caliper bracket (indicated by the arrows).
10. Install the pad retainers. Wipe excess assembly pasteofftheretainers.Keeptheassemblypasteoff
the brake disc and the brake pads.
(cont’d)
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19-14Conventional Brake Components
Front Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement (cont’d)
B
A
07AAE-SEPA101
A A
B
C
11. Install the brake caliper piston compressor tool (A)
on the caliper body (B).
12. Press in the piston with the brake caliper piston compressor tool so the caliper will fit over the
brake pads. Make sure the piston boot is in position
to prevent damaging it when pivoting the caliper
down.
NOTE: Be careful when pressing in the piston;
brake fluid might overflow from the master
cylinder’s reservoir. If brake fluid gets on any
painted surface, wash it off immediately with water.
13. Remove the brake caliper piston compressor tool. 14. Apply a thin coat of M-77 assembly paste (P/N
08798-9010) to the pad side of the shims (A), the
back of the brake pads (B), and the other areas
indicated by the arrows. Wipe excess assembly
paste off the pad shims and the brake pads friction
material. Keep grease and assembly paste off the
brake disc and the brake pads. Contaminated brake
disc or brake pads reduce stopping ability.
15. Install the brake pads and the pad shims correctly. Install the brake pad with the wear indicator (C) on
the upper inside. If you are reusing the brake pads,
always reinstall the brake pads in their original
positions to prevent a momentary loss of braking
efficiency.
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