Highlander 2WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) Hybrid (2006)
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Ball Joint: Specifications
Ball Joint
FRONT LOWER
INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT
Inspect the turning of the ball joint.
Secure the front lower ball joint assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
Install the nut to the front lower ball joint assembly stud.
Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Turning torque ................................................................................................................................................... 3.5 Nm (36 kgf-cm, 31 inch lbs.) or less
HINT: If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the front lower ball joint assembly with a new one.
