T100 Regular Cab Pickup 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the steering knuckle, as follows:
a. Support the lower suspension arm with a jack.
b. Install the steering knuckle to the upper ball joint and nut.
c. Push down the upper suspension arm and steering knuckle and install the steering knuckle to the lower ball joint and nut.
d. Tighten the upper ball joint nut.
Torque: 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
e. Tighten the lower ball joint nut.
Torque: 142 Nm (105 ft. lbs.).
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Install the two new cotter pins.
2. Connect the knuckle arm end to the steering knuckle, as follows:
a. Clean the threads of the bolts and steering knuckle with toluene or trichloroethylene.
b. Apply sealant to the bolt threads.
Sealant: Part No. 08833 - 00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equivalent
c. Tighten the two bolts.
Torque: 183 Nm (135 ft. lbs.).
3. Install dust cover. Install the three bolts and tighten them.
Torque: 19 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
4. Pack the bearings with Multipurpose (MP) grease, as follows:
a. Place the MP grease in the palm of your hand.
