RAV4 4WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
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Control Arm: Testing and Inspection
SUSPENSION: REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM: INSPECTION
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT REAR NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM ASSEMBLY LH
(a) As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the fifth turn.
Standard turning torque:
3.4 N*m (35 kgf*cm, 30 in.*lbf)
(c) Check for any cracks and grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.
