RAV4 4WD L4-2.0L (1AZ-FE) (2001)
(b) Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
(1) Remove the cotter pin and nut.
Torque: 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft. lbs.)
(2) Using SST, disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
SST 09610-20012
(c) Remove the bolt and 2 nuts, and disconnect the lower ball joint from the lower suspension arm.
Torque: 128 Nm (1,310 kgf-cm, 94 ft. lbs.)
(d) Disconnect the drive shaft from the steering knuckle.
(e) Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and steering knuckle with axle hub.
HINT: At the time of installation, coat the threads of the nuts with engine oil.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the ABS speed sensor rotor of the drive shaft.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
HINT: After installation, check the ABS speed sensor signal and front wheel alignment.
Disassembly and Reassembly