L300 V6-3.0L VIN R (2001)
4. Install Axle Seal Protector Tool SA91112T inside seal.
5. Install axle into transaxle.
6. After shaft splines clear the seal but before snapping axle into place, remove seal protector tool.
7. Push axle all the way into the transaxle.
NOTICE: Take care not to damage rubber boot when installing ball joint to knuckle.
8. Insert lower control arm ball stud into steering knuckle.
9. Install lower control arm ball stud retaining bolt and nut.
Torque: Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Bolt and Nut-to-Steering Knuckle: 100 Nm (75 ft. lbs.)
IMPORTANT: The tie rod ends must be thoroughly cleaned before installing and tightening.
10. Install tie rod end into steering knuckle.
11. Using Steering Linkage Installer J44015, seat tie rod end into steering knuckle.
Torque: Linkage Installer J44015-to-Seat Tie Rod Ends: 45 Nm (35 ft. lbs.)
