Matrix FWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE) (2009)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Installation
FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT: INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
HINT:
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Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
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The following procedure listed is for the LH side.
1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT
(a) Secure the front axle assembly in a vise.
NOTE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
(b) Install the front lower ball joint to the front axle assembly with the nut.
2ZR-FE - Torque: 103 Nm (1050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf)
2AZ-FE - Torque: 123 Nm (1254 kgf-cm, 91 ft-lbf)
(c) Install a new cotter pin.
NOTE: Further tighten the nut up to 60° if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned.
2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY See: Wheel Hub/Service and Repair/Front Axle Hub/Installation
3. CONNECT FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
(a) Install the front lower suspension arm to the lower ball joint with the bolt and 2 nuts.
Torque: 89 Nm (908 kgf-cm, 66 ft-lbf)
4. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 2WD) See: Steering/Steering Gear/Service and Repair/Installation
5. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 4WD) See: Steering/Steering Gear/Service and Repair/Installation
6. INSTALL FRONT DISC See: Brakes and Traction Control/Disc Brake System/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Front
Brake/Installation
7. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY See: Wheels and Tires/Wheel Fastener/Service and Repair/Front Axle Hub
Bolt/Replacement
8. INSTALL FRONT SPEED SENSOR