Montero XLS Control Arm Service and Repair - Front Suspension - 2001
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, use the special tool to measure the rotation starting torque of the lower ball joint.
Standard value: 0.3 - 4.5 Nm (2.7 - 40 inch lbs.)
2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the lower arm ball joint assembly.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the lower arm ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play.
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the lower arm ball joint assembly.
NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible that there may also be damage to the ball joint. If it is damaged during service work,
replace the dust cover.
LOWER ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: Do not apply grease to the place (tapered section) where the threaded section of the ball joint connects with the knuckle. Wipe the
grease off if it is applied in this area. To prevent the grease from being applied to the ball joint connection (taper) with knuckle, do not compress the
dust cover before installation. If the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work, replace the dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the clip ring, and then remove the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the inside of the dust cover as shown.
3. Apply multipurpose grease to the shown parts inside the dust cover and the ball joint stud.
4. Wrap plastic tape around the lower arm ball joint stud, and then install the dust cover to the lower arm ball joint.
5. Using the special tool, drive the dust cover into the position shown in the illustration.
6. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
