RL V6-3.7L (2009)
7. Remove the flange bolts (A) and the self-locking nut (B), then remove the lower arm (C).
NOTE: Use a new flange bolts and a new self-locking nut during reassembly.
8. In case of a loose lower arm bracket (A), follow the steps to retighten its bolts:
-1 Lightly tighten the new three bolts.
-2 Align the center of the cam (B) to the edge (C).
-3 Tighten the adjusting bolt (D).
-4 Tighten the lower arm bracket mounting bolt (E).
-5 Tighten the lower arm bracket mounting bolt (F).
9. Install the lower arm in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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First install all the components and lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before fully
tightening to the specified torque values. Do not place the jack against the ball joint pin of the knuckle.
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the knuckle.
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Before connecting the lower ball joint to the holder, degrease the threaded section and the tapered portion of the ball joint pin, the holder
connecting hole, the threaded section and the mating surface of the castle nut.
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Torque the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the ball joint pin hole. Do not align
the castle nut by loosening it.
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Install a new cotter pin on the castle nut after torquing.
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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.
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Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary. See: Alignment/Service and Repair
