Prius L4-1.8L (2ZR-FXE) Hybrid (2010)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Removal
FRONT SUSPENSION: FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT: REMOVAL
HINT
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Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
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The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
1. REMOVE FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY
HINT
Refer to the procedure up to Remove Front Axle Assembly See: Wheel Hub/Service and Repair/Front Axle Hub/Removal.
2. REMOVE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY
(a) Secure the front axle assembly in a vise.
NOTICE:
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
(b) Remove the clip and nut.
(c) Install SST to the front lower ball joint as shown in the illustration.
SST : 09960-20010
09961-02050
09961-02050
NOTICE:
Check that the clearance measurement between SST and the front axle assembly is 1 mm (0.0394 in.).
(d) Using SST, remove the front lower ball joint assembly from the front axle assembly as shown in the illustration.
SST : 09960-20010
09961-02010
09961-02050