Tacoma PreRunner Dbl Cab 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (2001)
Ball Joint: Service and Repair
Lower
REMOVAL
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
Torque: 110 Nm (1,150 kgf-cm, 83 ft. lbs.)
2. DISCONNECT TIE ROD END
a. Loosen the 4 bolts.
Torque: 80 Nm (820 kgf-cm, 59 ft. lbs.)
HINT: Do not remove the bolts.
b. Remove the cotter pin and nut from the tie rod end.
Torque: 90 Nm (930 kgf-cm, 67 ft. lbs.)
HINT: At the time of installation, if the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned, tighten the nut further up to 60°.