RAV4 4-Door 4WD L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1997)
1. Inspect ball joint for rotation condition.
a. As shown, flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times, before installing the nut.
b. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously one turn each 2 - 4 seconds and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Turning torque:
Upper suspension arm: 0.5 - 3.5 Nm (7 - 30 inch lbs.)
Lower suspension arm: 0.5 - 3.5 Nm (7 - 30 inch lbs.)
SHOCK ABSORBER LOWER PIVOT PIN REPLACEMENT
1. Remove shock absorber lower pivot pin.
a. Mount No. 1 suspension arm in a vise.
b. Remove the nut.
c. Using a plastic hammer, remove the pivot pin.
2. Install shock absorber lower pivot pin.
a. Install the pivot pin.
b. Install the nut.
Torque: 140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.)
REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENT
1. Remove bushing. Using Special Service Tool (SST) and a press, remove the bushing.
SST 09649 - 17010, 09710 - 30050
2. Install new bushing.
a. Place position mark on to a new bushing, as shown.
b. Using SST and a press, install the bushing.
SST 09710 - 30050
HINT:
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Before installing the bushing, align the position mark and press line.
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When assembling the bushing, assemble it so that its projections are horizontal.
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Do not let grease or oil get on the bushing.
INSTALLATION