TL V6-3.5L (2007)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Lower Arm Removal & Installation
Lower Arm Removal/Installation
Special Tools Required
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Ball joint remover 07AAF-SEPA100
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Ball joint thread protector 07AAF-SEPA200
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the front wheel, taking care not to scratch the calipers on Type S model.
3. Remove the damper fork (A) from the damper (B) and lower arm (C).
NOTE: During installation, insert the damper fork into the damper lower end so the aligning tab (D) is aligned with the slot (E) in the damper
fork. Replace the damper fork mounting nut (F) with a new one.
4. Remove the flange nut (A) while holding the joint pin (B) with a hex wrench (C), then disconnect the stabilizer link (D) from the lower arm (E).
NOTE: During installation, install a new flange nut.
5. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the lower ball joint castle nut (B), then remove the nut.
NOTE:
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To avoid damaging the ball joint, install the ball joint thread protector on the threads of the ball joint.
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when installing the remover.
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Do not force or hammer on the lower arm, or pry between the lower arm and knuckle. You could damage the ball joint.
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Insert the new cotter pin into the ball joint pin hole from the front to the rear of vehicle, and bend its end as shown.
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During installation, install a new cotter pin after tightening a new nut.
