Fit L4-1.5L (2008)
A/T Model
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Lift up the locking tab (A) on the spindle nut (B), then remove the nut.
4. Remove the splash shield.
5. Drain the transmission fluid. Reinstall the drain plug using a new washer.
6. Separate the front stabilizer link.
7. Remove the lock pin from the lower arm ball joint castle nut and remove the nut, then separate the ball joint from the lower arm using the ball joint
thread protector and remover.
NOTE:
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To avoid damaging the ball joint, install the ball joint thread protector onto the threads of the ball joint.
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the remover.
8. Remove the driveshaft outboard joint from the front wheel hub using a plastic hammer.
9. Pull the knuckle outward, and separate the driveshaft outboard joint from the front wheel hub.
