L300 V6-3.0L VIN R (2001)
Linkage Installer J44015 to Seat Tie Rod Ends: 45 Nm (35 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE: Use a new nut. Torque retention of old nut may not be sufficient.
12. Remove linkage installer and install a new tie rod end nut.
Torque:
Tie Rod End-to-Steering Knuckle: 60 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)
13. Clean and apply thread sealant (P/N 21485278) to the transaxle drain plug (1) and install.
Torque:
Transaxle Drain Plug: 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)
14. Remove the transaxle level plug (2) and, using a funnel with a flexible spout or a quart bottle hand pump, add manual transaxle lubricant (P/N
21018899) until lubricant begins to flow out of the level plug opening.
15. Clean and apply thread sealant (P/N 21485278) to transaxle level plug and install.
Torque:
Transaxle Fill Plug: 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE: Before installing wheels, remove rust or corrosion from wheel mounting surfaces and brake rotors. Failure to do so can cause wheel
bolts to loosen in service.
16. Position wheel onto hub.
17. Install wheel bolts and tighten in a star pattern.
17.1. Hand tighten all five wheel bolts.
17.2. Use a torque wrench to tighten wheel bolts using a star pattern.
Torque:
Wheel Bolts (Initial Torque): 63 Nm (46 ft. lbs.)
17.3. Use a torque wrench to final tighten wheel bolts using a star pattern.
Torque:
Wheel Bolts (Final Torque): 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.)
18. Lower vehicle from hoist.
