Camry CE Sedan 4-Door L4-2164cc 2.2L DOHC MFI (1997)
6. Disconnect tie rod end from steering knuckle.
a. Remove the cotter pin and nut.
[Torque: 49 Nm (36 ft. lbs.)]
b. Using Special Service Tool (SST) 09610 - 20012, disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
7. Disconnect lower ball joint from lower arm. Remove the 2 nuts and bolt.
[Torque: 127 Nm (94 ft. lbs.)]
8. Remove steering knuckle with axle hub.
a. Remove the 2 bolts on the lower side of the shock absorber.
b. Remove the steering knuckle with the axle hub.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the oil seal with drive shaft.
9. Install in reverse order of removal, noting the torque specifications in brackets [ ]. See TSB DL001-98 3-6-98
10. After installation, check the ABS speed sensor signal and front wheel alignment.