GS 300 RWD V6-3.0L (3GR-FSE) (2006)
b. Using SST, remove the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle.
SST 09628-00011
NOTICE:
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Use wire or something similar to suspend the steering knuckle and prevent it from hanging down by the flexible hose.
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Do not damage the ball joint dust cover or steering knuckle.
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Securely set the SST on the spacer of the steering knuckle.
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If the spacer of the steering knuckle comes off, replace the steering knuckle with a new one.
7. REMOVE SHOCK ABSORBER CAP UPPER (for AVS)
a. Remove the 3 nuts and shock absorber cap upper.
b. Separate the connector.
8. REMOVE ABSORBER CONTROL ACTUATOR (for AVS)
a. Turn the absorber control actuator counterclockwise 40° to remove it from the front shock absorber with coil spring.
9. REMOVE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER