Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
Make mating marks on the bracket and the toe adjusting bolt, and then remove the toe adjusting bolt.
INSPECTION
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Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
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Check the toe control arm for bend or breakage.
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Check all bolts for condition and straightness.
Toe control arm ball joint breakaway torque check
1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use the special tools to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 1.0 - 2.5 Nm (8.9 - 22 inch lbs.)
2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the toe control arm ball joint assembly.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the toe control arm ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play.
Toe control arm ball joint dust cover check
1. Press the dust cover with your finger to check that there are no cracks or damage in the dust cover.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe control arm ball joint assembly.
NOTE: If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, it is possible that there may also be damage to the ball joint. If it is damaged during service work,
replace the dust cover.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: Do not apply grease to the place (tapered section) where the threaded section of the ball joint connects with the knuckle. Wipe the
grease off if it is applied in this area. To prevent the grease from being applied to the ball pint connection (taper) with the knuckle, do not compress
the dust cover before installation.