FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2006)
Ball Joint Inspection
Check for boot breakage, axial looseness, and torque of suspension arm ball joint.
INSTALLATION
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.
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Perform final tightening of installation position of suspension links (rubber bushing) under unladen conditions with tires on level ground. Check
wheel alignment.
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After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor.
Disassembly and Assembly
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
Wheel Bearing
CAUTION: Do not disassemble if wheel bearing has no trouble.
1. Remove wheel bearing fixing bolts and anchor block fixing nuts, and remove wheel hub and bearing assembly, back plate and anchor block from
axle.
2. Using a drift (SST) and a puller (suitable tool), press wheel hub out to remove from wheel bearing.
3. Using a drift (SST) and a puller (suitable tool), press wheel bearing outer side inner race out to remove from wheel hub.
Bushing
Using a suitable drift, remove each bushing from axle.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY