xD L4-1.8L (2ZR-FE) (2008)
7. SEPARATE FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the nut and separate the stabilizer link from the shock absorber.
HINT: If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a socket hexagon wrench 6 to hold the stud.
8. SEPARATE TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the cotter pin and castle nut.
(b) Install SST (spacer B) to the threaded section of the tie rod end.
SST: 09960-20010
09961-02060
NOTE: Make sure the upper ends of the threaded section of the tie rod end and SST (spacer B) are aligned.
(c) Using SST, separate the tie rod end from the front axle assembly.
SST: 09960-20010
09961-02010
NOTICE:
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Make sure to tie the string of SST to the vehicle to prevent SST from dropping.
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Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
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Be sure to place the wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
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Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
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Do not damage the front disc brake dust cover.
9. SEPARATE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
(a) Remove the clip and castle nut.