TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
9. Disconnect the driveshaft outboard joint (A) from the knuckle (B) by tapping the driveshaft end (C) with a soft face hammer while drawing the
hub outward.
NOTE: Do not pull the driveshaft end outward. The driveshaft inboard joint may come apart.
10. Remove the lower arm mounting bolts, mounting nuts, and the washers, then remove the lower arm (A).
NOTE: Use new lower arm mounting bolts, new mounting nuts, and new washers during reassembly.
11. Install the lower arm in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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First install all of the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and the nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before
fully tightening it 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 connecting the knuckle.
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Before connecting the ball joint, degrease the threaded section and the tapered portion of the ball joint pin, the ball joint connecting hole, the
threaded section, and the mating surfaces 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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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.
12. Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary. See: Alignment/Service and Repair
