XJ-6 L6-4.0L (1991)
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Remove the lower ball joint securing nut, fit service tool JD 100 and break the taper.
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Remove stub axle assembly.
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Remove the lower ball joint to lower wishbone securing bolts (2), and remove the ball joint assembly.
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Clean the mating faces and shims.
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Fit new ball joint assembly.
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Fit and tighten the ball joint securing bolts.
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Refit the stub axle to the lower wishbone.
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Fit and tighten the lower ball joint securing nut.
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Fit the upper ball joint securing bolts, do not fully tighten at this stage.
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Refit the caster shims.
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Finally tighten the upper ball joint securing bolts.
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Reconnect the track rod end to the steering arm.
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Fit and tighten the securing nut.
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Refit the caliper to the carrier. Fit and tighten the upper securing bolt.
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Refit the brake pads to the carrier.
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Ensure that the caliper piston is fully retracted.
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Re-position the caliper over the pads and align the lower bolt hole.
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Fit and tighten the caliper lower securing bolt.
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Reconnect the pad wear sensor block connector.
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Refit the road wheel.
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Lower the vehicle from the stands.
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Carry out steering geometry check using suitable equipment.
DATA
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Camber angle 0 to 0.5°
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Castor angle 3.5 to 4.5°