RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
a. Support the No. 2 suspension arm LH.
b. Remove the bolt and 2 nuts from the suspension member and axle carrier.
HINT: While fixing the nut in place, loosen and remove the bolt from the suspension member side.
c. Using SST, disconnect the suspension arm from the axle carrier.
SST 09610-20012
NOTICE: Do not damage the dust cover.
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 Nm (35 kgf-cm, 30 inch lbs.)
c. Check for any cracks and grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.
INSTALLATION
HINT:
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Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
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The procedures listed below are for the LH side.