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Section 3B
Front Suspension – AWD
ATTENTION
Before performing any Service Operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to Section 00
Warnings, Cautions and Notes for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and/or property damage.
1 General Description ...............................................................................................................................3
2 Wheel Alignment ....................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Steering Geometry................................................................................................................................................. 5
Caster...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Camber ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Wheel Toe............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Steering Axis Inclination....................................................................................................................................... 7
Scrub Radius.......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Included Angle....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Toe-Out On Turns.................................................................................................................................................. 8
2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Adjustment....................................................................................................... 9
Preliminary Inspection .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Caster Adjustment................................................................................................................................................. 9
Camber Adjustment............................................................................................................................................... 9
Toe Adjustment.................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Jacking Precautions............................................................................................................................................ 12
2.4 Front Wheel Hub Assembly – End Float Checking Procedure ........................................................................ 13
3 Service Operations...............................................................................................................................14
3.1 Service Notes And Cautions............................................................................................................................... 14
3.2 Suspension and Trim Height, Check.................................................................................................................. 15
3.3 Front Wheel Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor and/or Brake Shield .......................................................................16
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Inspect .................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 18
3.4 Front Wheel Hub Studs....................................................................................................................................... 20
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 20
3.5 Front Strut Assembly .......................................................................................................................................... 22
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 24
3.6 Upper Strut Support Bearing and Mount........................................................................................................... 26
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 27
3.7 Front Spring ......................................................................................................................................................... 28
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 28
3.8 Front Strut Unit .................................................................................................................................................... 29
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 29
3.9 Steering Knuckle.................................................................................................................................................. 30
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 33
3.10 Front Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly............................................................................................................. 35
Inspect .................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 35
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3.11 Front Control Arm................................................................................................................................................ 36
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 38
3.12 Front Control Arm Rear Bushing........................................................................................................................ 40
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 40
3.13 Front Control Arm Front Isolating Bushing....................................................................................................... 42
Inspect .................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 42
3.14 Front Suspension Crossmember Cradle ........................................................................................................... 45
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 48
3.15 Stabiliser Bar Link ............................................................................................................................................... 50
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 50
3.16 Stabiliser Bar Isolator Bushes............................................................................................................................ 52
Replace................................................................................................................................................................. 52
3.17 Stabiliser Bar........................................................................................................................................................ 53
Remove................................................................................................................................................................. 53
Reinstall................................................................................................................................................................ 54
4 Diagnosis ..............................................................................................................................................55
4.1 General ................................................................................................................................................................. 55
Strut Diagnosis .................................................................................................................................................... 55
Acceptance Criteria............................................................................................................................................. 55
4.2 Diagnosis Guide................................................................................................................................................... 56
Hard or Heavy Steering ....................................................................................................................................... 56
Excessive Play or Looseness in Steering ......................................................................................................... 56
Erratic Steering on Application of Brakes......................................................................................................... 56
Vehicle Pulls to One Side.................................................................................................................................... 57
Front or Rear Wheel Tramp................................................................................................................................. 57
Road Shocks........................................................................................................................................................ 57
Scuffed Tyres....................................................................................................................................................... 58
Cupped Tyres....................................................................................................................................................... 58
Front Wheel Shimmy........................................................................................................................................... 59
Vehicle Wanders.................................................................................................................................................. 59
5 Specifications.......................................................................................................................................60
Suspension Travel............................................................................................................................................... 60
Front Spring Details............................................................................................................................................. 60
Front Stabiliser Bar Details................................................................................................................................. 60
Front Strut Details................................................................................................................................................ 61
Front Control Arm Details................................................................................................................................... 61
Front Control Arm Ball Joint............................................................................................................................... 61
Front Wheel Bearings.......................................................................................................................................... 61
Wheel Bearing Angular 'Float' ............................................................................................................................ 61
Suspension Trim Height Specifications ............................................................................................................ 62
Front Wheel Alignment Specifications .............................................................................................................. 63
6 Torque Specifications..........................................................................................................................64
7 Special Tools ........................................................................................................................................65
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1 General Description
The front suspension fitted to all MY2005 A WD Models operates on the McPherson strut principle. The assembly
consists of the front suspension crossmember cradle, lower control arms, stabiliser bar and heavy duty strut assemblies
(Refer to Figure 3-1).
The front suspension crossmember cra dle i s bolted to both longitudinal frame side members. The front suspension
crossmember cradle to side member attaching bolts incorporate a tapered boss near the head of the front two bolts to
assist in crossmember to body alignment during assembly. The lower control arm pivots are rubber bushed at the inner
ends and are attached to the crossmember by a micro-encapsulated bolt at the front and a bolt at the rear. The outer end
of each front control arm is connected to the steering knuckle throu gh a front control arm ball joint assembly.
The strut assembly incorporates a hydraulic wet sleeve type damper inside the strut tube, a rubber front strut dust shield
assembly with air filter and compression rubber, a coil type suspension spring mounte d b etween the strut housing and
upper spring seat collar, a bearing assemb ly and an upper strut support.
The strut assembly is located at the upper end to the body structure by an upper strut support an d secured by a self-
locking nut and locating disc. The lo wer end of the strut tube is fastened to the steering knuckle by two bolts and nuts.
A stabiliser bar is mounted to the side memb ers of the crossmember by two brackets and insulating rubbers. The link
connecting the stabiliser bar to each front sus pension strut tube has a ball joint socket stud and nut, at each end.
To increase body rigidity, a strut brace is attached to each strut tower by two nuts on each side. For service procedures
relating to this strut brace, refer to Section 1A1 Body.
Legend for Figure 3B – 1
1 Flanged Nut (4 Places)
2 Flanged Nut (2 Places
3 Flanged Nut (4 Places)
4 Bracket (2 Places)
5 Insulator (2 Places)
6 Bar – Stabiliser
7 Stabiliser Bar Link (2 Places)
8 Driveshaft (2 Places)
9 Cradle Front Suspension
10 Bolt – Rear, Control Arm Mounting (2 Places)
11 Front Control Arm (2 Places)
12 Bolt – Front Control Arm Mounting (2 Places)
13 Front, Flanged (2 Places)
13a Bolt – Rear, Plain (2 Places)
14 Cover – Dust (2 Places)
15 Nut – Front Strut Upper
16 Locating Disc (2 Places)
Fasteners must be new and assembled dry.
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Figure 3B – 1
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2 Wheel Alignment
ATTENTION
All fasteners are important attaching parts as they affect the performance of vital components and/or could
result in major repair expense. W here specified in this Section, fasteners MUST be replaced w ith parts of the
same part number or an approved equivalent. Do not use fasten ers of an inferior quality or substitute desig n.
Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to ensure proper retention of all components.
Throughout this Section, fastener torque wrench specifications may be accompanied with the following
identification marks:
Fasteners must be repl aced after loosening.
Vehicle must be at curb height before final tightening.
Fasteners either have micro encapsulated sealant applied or incorporate a mechanical thread lock and
should only be re-used once. If in doubt, replacement is recommended.
If one or more of these identification marks is present alongside a fastener torque wrench specification, the
recommendation regarding that fastener must be adhered to.
2.1 Steering Geometry
To achieve the desired handling characteristics of a vehicle under various operating conditions, modern steering
geometry relates to both front and rear suspension systems. It must also be realised that the various, measurable angles
that can be checked while the vehicle is sta tionary, are no real indication of the changes that occur in a dynamic
situation, when the vehicle is required to have directional stability, during normal manoeuvres, such as straight ahead
driving, cornering or braking.
Even though some of the following descriptions of front wheel alignment angles are not normally measurable and (in
some instances) not adjustable, each is an inherent part of the vehicle's dynamic sus pension tuning that has been
developed over an extended testing program.
Caster
It is usual to describe this front wheel alignment angle as the
tilting of the steering axis either forward or backward (1)
from the vertical (2) when viewed from the side of the
vehicle. A backward tilt at the top steering axis point is said
be positive (+) and a forward tilt is said to be negative (–).
Measurement is usually expressed as an angle in degrees
and minutes. Figure 3B-2 shows the usual practice where
the vertical and steering axis centrelines both pass through
the wheel centre (3).
This results in a caster distance (4), which can be describe d
as being the distance in side view, between the point where
the steering axis contacts the ground and the centre of the
tyre’s footprint contact.
Figure 3B – 2
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The amount of caster angle (1) will det ermine the ability of
the steering to return to the straight ahead position after a
cornering manoeuvre. Too high an angle though, can result
in an excessive steering effort with associated ‘wheel fight'
and ‘kickback'. To optimise vehicle handling and control
during cornering and to mai ntain the benefits of positive
caster, MY2005 AWD models have a 32.1 mm caster trail
(2) incorporated into the suspension design.
This is achieved by moving the wheel spindl e centreline (3)
forward (in this instance, by 32.1 mm), which will effectively
reduce the caster distance by that amount (Refer to Figure
3B-3). This action reduces the undesirab le effects of a high
caster angle but maintains the directional stabil ity, increased
front axle lateral grip and steering feel that a high caster
angle normally provi des.
Figure 3B – 3
Camber
This angle is the tilting of the wheels from the vertical (1)
when viewed from the front of the vehicle. When the wheels
tilt outward at the top, the camber (2) is said to be positive
(+). When the wheels tilt inward at the top, camber is said to
be negative (–). The amount of tilt is measured in degrees
from the vertical and this measurement is called the camber
angle.
While unequal camber may re sult in unstable steering or
wander, unequal and/or excessive camber can also cause
rapid tyre wear.
Figure 3B – 4
Wheel Toe
Wheel Toe (Refer to Figure 3 B -5), is the turning in (or out)
of the wheels when viewed from the overhead position. The
actual amount of toe is normally only a few minutes of one
degree. The purpose of a static toe specification is to ensure
parallel rolling of the wheels, once the vehicle is in a
dynamic state.
Excessive toe-in or toe-out may increase tyre wear. With
rear wheel drive vehicles, a slight amount of toe-in,
measured statically with the vehicle at rest, is requir ed to
off-set the small deflections due to rolling resistance and
brake applications which tend to turn the wheels outward,
when the vehicle is in motion.
Figure 3B – 5
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Steering Axis Inclination
When viewed from the vehicle front, Steering Axis
Inclination (1) can be described as being the angle formed
between the steering a xis (2) and the true vertical (3), where
the steering axis is the imaginar y centreline through the
upper strut support bearing an d the lower control arm ball
joint assembly, both components being the pi vot points of
the strut assembly.
The Steering Axis Inclination angle is an important factor in
determining steering effort and directional stability of the
vehicle, by assisting caster in keeping th e front wheels in a
central position. Steering Axis Inclin ation also provides a
self-centring effect after cornering.
While not an adjustable angle , the steering axis inclination
(1) on MY 2005 AWD Models, is 13.3 degr ees.
Figure 3B – 6
Scrub Radius
This term refers to the distance (4) that t wo imaginary points
are apart, at the road surface (1). These two imaginary
points are;
a. The intersection of the steering axis (2) and the road
surface (1).
b. The centreline of the tyre (3) at the road surface (1).
As road wheel offset will affect scrub radius (4), in the
interests of vehicle handling and safety, non-standard road
wheels are not to be fitted to any MY 2005 AWD vehicle.
With rear wheel drive vehicles, it is usual practice to
maintain a positive scrub radius (as shown) to make the
steering more responsive and direct, thereby providing the
driver with a more positive sense of the t yre and road
surface interaction.
Figure 3B – 7
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Included Angle
When both the Steering Axis Inclination an gle (1) and
Camber angle (3) are combined, the resulting angle is
referred to as the Included Angle (2). This information can
be effectively used to determine if a component is damaged
or whether an adjustment is responsible for an out-of-
specification condition occurring.
While Figure 3B-8 shows a positive camber angle, this has
only been used to clarify the term ‘Included Angle'.
Figure 3B – 8
Toe-Out On Turns
During cornering operations, a vehicle's road wheels all turn
about a common turning point, causing the outer wheels to
try and turn through a greater radius than the inner. To
overcome the tendency for wheel slip when cornering, the
outer wheel is commonly cau sed to toe-out, to compensate
for this increased turning circle.
The amount of toe-out during cornering, is govern ed by the
angle of the steering arms, which are an inh erent part of th e
steering knuckle.
Figure 3B – 9
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2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and
Adjustment
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ATTENTION
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Steering knuckle to strut attach in g bolts and nuts.
Preliminary Inspection
Before any attempt is made to check camber, caster or toe-in, these preliminary checks should be carried out.
1 Check tyre and tyre mountings. Always check camber and toe-in at the mean run-out position on the tyre or rim.
2 Check and adjust tyre pressures to recommended va lues.
3 Front wheel bearing end float is to be checked to ensure it is within specification, refer to 2.4 Front Wheel Hub
Assembly – End Float Checking Proce dure, in this Section.
4 Front lower control arm socket assembly and pivot bushing should be checked for wear, refer to 3.10 Front Contro l
Arm Ball Joint Assembly, in this Section.
5 Check steering gear mounting bolts for tightness and steering linkage outer tie rod sockets for wear, refer to
Section 9 Steering, for the procedures.
6 The vehicle should be at curb weight, fuel tank full, without driver, passengers or luggage etc.
7 Check for improperly operating front struts or rear shock absorbers.
8 Check for loose or missing stabiliser bar or spacer stud to strut tube attachments.
9 Before checking the front wheel alignment, refer to Section 4A1 Independent Coil Spring Rear Sus pe nsion, for
wheel alignment details.
Caster Adjustment
No provision for caster adjustment is provi de d with the front suspension design utilised for MY2005 AWD Models.
Camber Adjustment
1 Raise the front of the vehicle and support on safety stands under the front side members. Refer to 2.3 Jacking
Precautions in this Section.
2 Remove the centre wheel cap and mark the relati onship of the wheel to the hub stud, using a felt tipped pen or
similar.
3 Loosen, then remove the road wheel attaching nuts, working in a 'star' pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres for detailed information. Remove the road wheel.
NOTE
Steps 2 and 3 are necessary to maintain
component relationships and to avoid brake rotor
distortion and the creation of brake shudder, after
the vehicle is placed back in service.
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4 Loosen, remove and discard the two lower strut
attaching bolts and nuts (1).
Install NEW lower strut attaching bolts and nuts but do
not tighten fully to specification until after the camber
has been adjusted to the recommended specification.
5 Reinstall the road wheel, aligning the previously made
marks. Tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to
correct torque specification, working in a ‘star ’ pattern.
Refer to Section 10 Wheels and Tyres, for detailed
information regarding installati on procedure for the
road wheels.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
6 Lower the vehicle to the grou nd and bounce several
times to settle the suspension, then check the camber
angle.
Figure 3B – 10
7 If required, adjust the camber by turning the camber adjusting screw ('2' in Figure 3B-10) in the required directi on;
clockwise to reduce negative camber, anti-clockwise to reduce positive camber.
NOTE
The camber adjusting screw has thread sealant
applied in the form of micro-encapsulation and
does not require a lock nut.
8 Raise vehicle once again, support on safety stands and remove the front road wheels.
9 Tighten both steering knuckle attaching nuts to the correct torque specificati on.
( ) Steering knuckle to strut
attaching nut torque specification............ Stage 1 85 Nm
Stage 2 100 Nm
Stage 3 Turn throu gh 90°
10 Install the road wheels, aligning the marks made prior to removal.
11 Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle.
12 Tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to the correct tor que specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern. Refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres, for detailed information regarding installation procedure for the road wheels.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
13 Install the centre wheel cap.
14 Check the camber angle again to ensure that it is still within specification.
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Toe Adjustment
Toe of both front wheels, is checked with the wheels in the
straight ahead position.
Adjustment is achieved by winding the steering linkage inner
tie rod into or out from the outer tie end, thus increas ing or
decreasing the linkage length and thereby a ltering the toe-in
setting.
1 Set steering gear and wheels in straight ah ead
position.
2 To check if steering gear is in straight ahead position
(on-centre), the pinion (input) shaft (1) should be
aligned as shown.
Figure 3B – 11
3 Before adjusting the steering linkage inner tie rods (1),
disconnect the steering gear outer boot clips (2).
4 Loosen the lock nut (3) at the end of e ach steering
linkage outer tie rod end.
5 Turn each steering linkage inner tie rod as required,
until the correct toe is obtained.
NOTE
During the toe adjustment, ensure that the
steering wheel is held in the straight ahead
position.
6 Tighten the lock nuts to the correct torque
specification, ensuring that the steering linkage outer
tie rod ends are in alignment with their ball studs.
Figure 3B – 12
Steering linkage tie rod to outer
tie rod end lock nut torque specification................65 Nm
7 Tighten the outer boot clips se curely, making sure that the convolutions of the boots are not distorted.
8 With the steering gear in the straight ahead position, ensure that the steering wheel is centralised. If not, remove
and reposition the steering wheel, refer to Section 9 Steering.
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2.3 Jacking Precautions
When raising the front of the vehicl e with a jack (1), the jack
should be placed under the c entre of the front suspension
crossmember cradle (2). THE WEIGHT OF THE VEHICLE
MUST NOT BE LIFTED UNDER THE CONTROL ARMS.
When the vehicle is raised on the jack, it must be firmly
supported on safety stands located under the frame side
members before any work is attempted. If a vehicle is not
correctly supported by safety stands, serious injury can
result if the vehicle should slip off the jack.
For further information relating to the location of jacking and
support points, refer to Section 0A General Information.
Figure 3B – 13
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2.4 Front Wheel Hub Assembly – End Float
Checking Procedure
LT Section No. – 06-212
1 Raise the front of the vehicle and place on safety stands. Refer to 2.3 Jacking Precautions in this Section.
2 Remove the wheel nut caps.
3 Loosen, then remove the road wheel attaching nuts, working in a 'star' pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres, for detailed information. Remove the road wheel.
NOTE
Steps 2 and 3 are necessary to maintain
component relationships and to avoid brake rotor
distortion and the creation of brake shudder, after
the vehicle is placed back in service.
4 Temporarily install three, reversed wheel nuts with a
flat washer under each nut, to prevent damage to the
nut thread.
5 Mount a dial indicator on to a suitable magnetic stand
and attach to the front strut tube. Position the dial
indicator pointer at the outer diameter of the rotor, as
shown.
NOTE
The dial indicator gauge must be mounted at
right-angles (90°) to the brake rotor friction
surface.
6 Apply an outward, 10 kg force to the outer b r ake rotor
diameter, in an opposite pos ition (180°) to the dial
indicator. To maintain consistency, a spring balance
capable of measuring this force, MUST be used. With
the force applied, zero the dial indicator.
7 Apply an inward, 10 kg force to the outer brake rotor
diameter and note the dial in dicator reading.
8 The reading obtained is the angular movement (not to
be confused as end float). To determine the bearing
serviceability, compare the measured result with the
following specifications.
Figure 3B – 14
Wheel Bearing Angular ‘Float’ Specification
New Bearing 0.106 mm Maximum
Used Bearing 0.213 mm Maximum
9 Should this inspection show that the wheel bearing assembly is outside the specified, angular ‘float’ dimension,
then the hub must be replaced. Refer to 3.3 F r ont Wheel Hub Assembly Brake Rotor and/or Brake Shie ld in this
Section.
10 Remove the dial indicator and stand, and the three wheel nuts and flat washers.
11 Install the road wheel, alignin g the marks made prior to removal and secure with attaching nuts.
12 Raise the vehicle, remove the safety stands and lower vehicle to the ground. Tighten road wheel attaching nuts to
correct torque specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and T yres, for detaile d
information regarding the installation procedure for the road wheels.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
13 Reinstall the centre wheel nut cap.
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3 Service Operations
ATTENTION
All fasteners are important attaching parts as they affect the performance of vital components and/or could
result in major repair expense. W here specified in this Section, fasteners MUST be replaced w ith parts of the
same part number or an approved equivalent. Do not use fasten ers of an inferior quality or substitute desig n.
Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to ensure proper retention of all components.
Throughout this Section, fastener torque wrench specifications may be accompanied with the following
identification marks:
Fasteners must be repl aced after loosening.
Vehicle must be at curb height before final tightening.
Fasteners either have micro encapsulated sealant applied or incorporate a mechanical thread lock and
should only be re-used once. If in doubt, replacement is recommended.
If one or more of these identification marks is present alongside a fastener torque wrench specification, the
recommendation regarding that fastener must be adhered to.
3.1 Service Notes And Cautions
CAUTION
Whenever any component that forms part of
the ABS (if fitted) is disturbed during Service
Operations, it is vital that the complete ABS
system be checked. Refer to Section 5B ABS /
TCS / ESP.
NOTE
• Whenever a road wheel and/or brake disc is
removed from or installed to a MY2005 AWD
vehicle, it MUST be done in accord with the
procedure provide d in Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres.
• To ensure proper retention of the control arm,
the ball joint stud and the corresponding
tapered hole in the control arm must be
cleaned of dirt and foreign matter prior to
reinstallation.
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3.2 Suspension and Trim Height, Check
Good judgement must be exercised before
replacing a spring or springs from a vehicle
whose height is within the limits quoted. Even
if a vehicle's dimensions should prove to be
slightly outside these tolerances, the vehicle
could well be in a serviceable condition.
Spring replacement under conditions of
excessive w eight du e to non-stand ard fittin gs,
undercoating, road dirt, etc; will assist very
little in restoring the vehicle to its specified
height.
The vehicle trim height dimensions for standard vehicles with base equi pment only, are provided in 5 Specifications in
this Section. The dimensions are for a new vehicle built to standard specification and only intended as a guide when
checking trim height dimensions at normal curb weight.
Normal curb weight is defined as a vehicl e with a full tank of fuel, all fluids at the specified levels, spare tyre included,
tyre pressures as specified an d no passengers. Accumulated dirt, distance travelled, etc., must also be taken into
consideration when checking vehicle heights.
The following procedure sh ould be followed before checking any suspension or trim height.
1 All checks must be carried out on a LEVEL surface, after the vehicle's tyre pressures have been checked and it has
been confirmed that the vehicle has not been subjected to accident damage.
2 On average, all MY 2005 AWD models will sit approximately 4 mm lower at the right hand side front, because of
the vehicle battery weight.
3 Push the vehicle up and do wn several times at the front bumper bar with a decreasing force and then gently
remove hands, allowing vehicle to settle on its own. Carry out vehicle suspension front trim height check.
4 Push the vehicle up and do wn several times at the rear bumper bar with a decreasing force and th en gently
remove hands, allowing vehicle to settle on its own. Carry out vehicle rear trim and suspension height ch eck.
As shown in the specification listing (refer to 5 Specifications in this Section), there is only the one set of dimensions that
must be checked and the location for the measurements to be taken is critical, to correctly establ ish a standard vehicle
condition.
NOTE
Excessive trim height variation may also be due
to any one or a combination of the following:
• Spring seat location on the suspens ion/body.
• Incorrect springs; Check spring identification
against the table shown in 5 Specifications in
this Section.
• Non-standard, additional vehicle weight, such
as after-market equipment.
• Any combination of the above.
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3.3 Front Wheel Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor
and/or Brake Shield
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ATTENTION
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Brake caliper ancho r p late to steering knuckle retainin g bolts.
NOTE
• Apart from wheel stud replacement, there are
no serviceable items in the front wheel hub
assembly. As the unit is a 'sealed for life'
assembly, neither bearing adjustment nor
lubrication maintenance is required. Should a
non-standard condition develop, then the hub
assembly must be replaced as a complete
unit.
• While the front wheel hub assembly is
designed to have zero axial free play or ‘end-
float’, some angular movement may be
evident when a rocking force is applied to the
mounted wheel and tyre assembly. Before a
hub is replaced, refer to 2.4 Front Wheel Hub
Assembly – End Float Checking Procedure, in
this Section.
Remove
1 Observing the jacking precautions – refer to 2.3 Jacking Precautions in this Section, raise the front of the vehicle
and support on safety stands.
2 Remove the centre wheel nut caps, then mark the relationship of the road wheel to hub or brake rotor.
3 Loosen, then remove the road wheel attaching nuts, working in a 'star' pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres, for detailed information. Remove the road wheel.
NOTE
Steps 2 and 3 are necessary to maintain
component relationships and to avoid brake rotor
distortion and the creation of brake shudder, after
the vehicle is placed back in service.
4 Attach holding tool KM-468 to the wheel hub with t wo
inverted wheel nuts. Support the tool outer end on a
safety stand (1).
5 Using a 36 mm socket and suitable socket equipment,
loosen then remove the drive s haft retaining nut and
flat washer. Discard the removed nut.
Figure 3B – 15
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6 Remove the Allen key head ed screw (1) securing the
wheel speed sensor to the steering knuckle, grasp the
sensor and twist back and forth while pulling, to
remove. Secure sensor with tie wire or similar to
prevent sensor damage during the service procedure.
7 Remove the front driveshaft. Refer to Section 4B3
Front Final Drive, Bearing Housing & Driveshafts.
Figure 3B – 16
8 Remove the brake caliper retaining bolts and captive
washers (1), then lift the caliper assembly (2) from the
brake rotor. Position caliper in such a way that no
strain is placed on the brake hose. If necessary, tie
caliper to the suspension spring with a piece of wire.
THE CALIPER IS NOT TO HANG BY THE BRAKE
HOSE. Discard the removed caliper bolts as they must
be replaced on reassembly.
9 Even though the brake rotor to hub location is marked
in production, ensure that the rotor to hub position is
carefully marked, to ensure the correct relationship on
reassembly.
NOTE
This is necessary to overcome the possibility of
inducing a brake shudder condition after
reassembly.
10 Remove the brake rotor from the wheel hub a ssembly
and carefully set to one side.
11 Using a commerciall y ava ilable 10 mm Allen key
socket and suitable socket eq uipment, loosen each of
the three bolts (3) holding the wheel be aring hub to the
steering knuckle.
Figure 3B – 17
12 If the hub is a tight fit to the knuckle, it may be necessary to loosen the three bolts and tap on the he ads. DO NOT
STRIKE THE HUB, NOR THE WHEEL BEARING.
13 Remove the three bolts and then the hub from steering knuckle.
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14 Where removal of the brake shield is nec essary,
Remove the three screws (1) securing the shield to the
steering knuckle support, then remove the br ake
shield from the steering knuckle.
Figure 3B – 18
Inspect
1 Check wheel studs are pressed firml y into the front wheel hu b assemb ly and ensure threads are not damage d. If
one or more of the wheel studs require replacement, refer to 3.4 Front W heel Hub Studs in this Section for details.
2 If a check before hub removal showed that the wheel bearing angular 'float' exceeded specification, if rotation of the
hub feels 'gritty' or rough, or if a greas e leak is evident, then the hub and bearing assembly must be replaced as a
unit.
3 Examine the brake rotor for scores or dam age. If either of these conditions exist, the brake rotor shoul d be
machined or replaced. Refer to Section 5A Service and Park Braking System, for details.
4 Check for damage to the shield that may cause fouling of any rotating parts and if suspect, the shield sho uld b e
replaced.
Reinstall
Installation of the front wheel hub assembly, brake rotor a nd br ake shield is the reverse of removal procedures, except
for the following points:
1 If the brake shield has been removed, install the three
retaining screws and tighten to the correct torque
specification.
Brake shield retaining screw
torque specification.................................................9 Nm
2 Before reinstalling the hub, inspect both mati ng
surfaces to make sure that they are clean and free
from burrs that could prevent correct alignment of both
parts, once installed.
Figure 3B – 19
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3 Install the hub assembly onto the steering knuckle.
NOTE
The holes will only a lign in one position.
4 Install the three attaching bolts (3) and tighten to the
correct torque specification.
Front wheel hub assembly to
steering knuckle attaching bolt
torque specification.............................................108 Nm
5 Reinstall the front driveshaft. Refer to Section 4B3
Front Final Drive, Bearing Housing & Driveshafts, for
the procedure.
6 Reinstall the wheel speed sensor to the steering
knuckle, reinstall the securing screw and tighten to the
correct torque specification.
Front wheel speed sensor ret aining
screw torque specification.....................................10 Nm
7 Install brake rotor, aligning the marks made before
removal.
Figure 3B – 20
NOTE
If the hub was replaced, then runout checks must
be carried out on the installed brake rotor. Refer
to Section 5A Service and Park Braking System,
for important information regarding these checks.
8 Install the brake caliper (2) and NEW attachi ng bolts (1) and tighten to the correct torque specification.
( ) Brake caliper anchor plate
retaining bolts torque specification........................85 Nm
then turn through 45°
9 Install the road wheel, alignin g the marks made prior to removal and secure with the attaching nuts.
10 Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle.
11 Tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to correct torque specification, working in a ‘star’ pa ttern, refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
12 Install the centre wheel nut caps.
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3.4 Front Wheel Hub Studs
LT Section No. – 06-212
ATTENTION
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Brake caliper ancho r p l ate to steering knuckle retaining bolt.
Replace
1 Remove the front wheel hub assembly. Refer to 3.3 Front Wheel H ub Assembly, Brake Rotor and/or Brake Shield,
Remove, in this Section.
NOTE
Hub removal is necessary, because there is
insufficient space behind the hub flange to
remove the stud with the hub assembly installed
to the steering knuckle.
Under no circumstances is a hammer to be
used in either stud removal or installation
operations. If a hammer is used, distortion of
the wheel hub flange will most probably
result.
2 Fabricate a piece of thick walled pipe (i.e. 25 mm
water pipe), removing a section, as indicated. As this
single piece is used to both re move and install a new
stud, squaring the ends in a lathe is recommend ed.
Figure 3B – 21
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3 Arrange the fabricated pipe (1) over the head of the
stud to be removed, with the flat of the cut-out section,
against the hub flange, then use a suitable drift (2) to
press the stud (3) from the wheel hub flange.
Figure 3B – 22
NOTE
Of the three wheel hub fl anges, there is onl y one
(1) that provides sufficient clearance to allow
removal of the wheel stud.
Figure 3B – 23
4 Setup the wheel bearing hu b wit h the pipe (1) under
the flange hole where the new stud is to be installed.
5 Use the same drift (2), press the stud into the wheel
hub flange, until fully installed.
NOTE
If the press effort was minimal during installation
or the stud is loose in the flange when installed,
then replace the front wheel bearing hub and
flange assembly.
6 Reinstall the front wheel hub assembly. Refer to
3.3 Front Wheel Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor and/or
Brake Shield, Reinstall, in this Section.
7 Reinstall the front driveshaft. Refer to Section 4B3
Front Final Drive, Bearing Housing & Driveshafts.
Figure 3B – 24
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3.5 Front Strut Assembly
LT Section No. – 06-212
ATTENTION
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Upper strut locating plate retaining nut.
Brake caliper ancho r p late to steering knuckle retainin g bolts.
Steering knuckle to strut attach in g nuts and bolts.
Remove
1 Observing the jacking precautions as outlin ed in 2.3 Jackin g Precautions in this Section, raise the front of the
vehicle and support on safety stands.
2 Remove the centre wheel nut caps.
3 Mark the relationship of the road wheel to hub or brake rotor. Loosen, then remove the road wheel attaching nuts,
working in a 'star' pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and Tyres, for detailed information. Remove the road wheel.
NOTE
Step 3 is necessary to maint ain part relationships
and to avoid brake rotor distortion and the
creation of brake shudder, after the vehicle is
placed back in service.
4 Using a suitable size spanner, hold the upper, inner
stabiliser bar spacer stud, then use a second spanner
to loosen and remove the stabiliser bar spacer stud
nut (2).
5 Disconnect the wheel speed sensor cable and
insulator from the strut bracket.
Figure 3B – 25
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6 To avoid placing strain on the whe el speed sensor
cable, remove the Allen key head ed screw (1)
securing the front wheel speed sensor to the steering
knuckle.
7 Grasp the sensor and twist back and forth while
pulling, to remove. Secure sensor with tie wire or
similar to prevent sensor damage during the service
procedure.
Figure 3B – 26
8 Remove the brake hose (1) from the strut housing
bracket (2) by turning the plastic sleeve (3) on the
hose until the flats on the sleeve align with the bracket
opening.
Figure 3B – 27
9 Remove the brake caliper retaining bolts and washers
(1), lift the caliper assembly (2) from the brake rotor
and support in such a way that no strain is placed on
the brake hose. THE BRAKE CALIPER IS NOT TO
HANG BY THE BRAKE HOSE. Discard removed bolts
as they must be replaced on reassem bl y.
10 Remove the brake rotor from the wheel hub assembly.
The brake rotor to hub relationship is marke d duri ng
production. To ensure this relationship is maintained,
ensure that the rotor to hub position is carefully
marked.
NOTE
• This is necessary to overcome the possibility
of inducing a brake shudder condition after
reassembly
• These two steps are primarily aimed at
reducing the weight of components that will
need to be supported after the strut to
knuckle bolts are removed. Figure 3B – 28
11 Position a suitable floor jack fitted with a block of wood on the lift pad under the front control arm and raise it
enough to support the weight.
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Page 3B – 24
Unless the front wheel hub, knuckle and dust
shield are supported when the two strut to
knuckle bolts and nuts are removed, these
components will fall outward. Apart from the
risk of personal injury, the driveshaft inner
tripot joint will be separated, resulting in the
need to replace the joint and dust boot.
12 While supporting the front wheel hub, steering knuckle and dust shield, loosen, remove then d iscard the two lower
strut to knuckle attaching bolts and nuts.
13 While continuing to support the steering knuckle pull it clear from the strut.
14 Ensure that the steering knuckle is maintained in a 'normal' attitude, by securing with wire to the brake pipe bracket.
15 Remove the dust cover (1) from the upper strut
support, in the engine compartment.
Support the strut assembly, while performing
the next step, to stop the strut falling free,
causing possible damage.
16 While holding the strut rod shaft (2) with a 10 mm
socket, remove the self-locking nut (3), using a 24 mm
ring spanner, then remove the locating disc (4).
Discard the strut rod nut.
17 Carefully lower the strut (5) from the tower, manipulate
the strut to remove the stabiliser stud from the bracket
on the strut and remove the assembly from the
vehicle.
Figure 3B – 29
Reinstall
The torque of the strut bearing retaining nut
MUST be checked for correct tightness
BEFORE installing the strut into the vehicle.
1 Use a 10 mm socket to hold the strut rod from turning, then tighten the strut bearing retaining nut (‘5’ in Figure 3B-29)
to the correct torque specification, using a 24 mm ring spanner with a torque wrench attached.
Upper strut bearing retaining
nut torque specification.........................................78 Nm
2 Manipulate the strut assembly so that the stabiliser bar stud is located in the strut bracket, then locate the strut
assembly into the spring strut tower.
3 After installing the locating disc, partially install a NEW upper nut to the strut rod. Do not tighten at this time.
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4 While supporting the steering knuckle, hub and dust
shield assembly (1), remove the secur ing wire and
align the knuckle holes suffici ently to line up the bolt
holes in the steering knuckle and the lower end of the
strut assembly (2).
5 Install NEW retaining bolts (3) (from front to rear) and
nuts (4), and tighten to a preliminary torque of 85 Nm.
6 Use a 10 mm socket to hold the strut rod from turning,
then tighten the upper strut rod retaining nut (‘3’ in
Figure 3B-29) to the correct torque specification, using
a 24 mm ring spanner with a torque wrench attached.
( ) Upper strut locating plate
retaining nut torque specification ..........................55 Nm
7 Install the brake hose to the strut bracket by turning
the plastic sleeve on the hose until the flats on the
sleeve align with the bracket opening.
Figure 3B – 30
8 Reinstall the brake rotor, align ing the marks made prior to removal.
9 Reinstall the brake caliper, tig htening the NEW attaching bo lts to specificati on.
( ) Brake caliper anchor plat e
retaining bolts torque specification........................85 Nm
then turn through 45°
10 Reinstall the wheel speed sensor to the steering knuckle, securing with the Allen ke y headed screw and tightening
to the correct torque specification.
Front wheel speed sensor att aching
screw torque specification.....................................10 Nm
11 Reinstall the sensor lead and insulator into the strut mounting bracket.
12 Reinstall the stabiliser bar link ball joint stud into the
strut bracket.
13 Reinstall the stud retaining nut (2).
14 While holding the inner stud hexagon with a suitab le
set spanner, tighten the nut to the correct torque
specification.
Upper stabiliser bar link stud
nut torque specification.........................................50 Nm
15 Reinstall the road wheel, aligning the marks made
prior to removal.
16 Remove the safety stands and lower vehicle.
17 Tighten road wheel attaching nuts to the correct torque
specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern, refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m Figu re 3B – 31
18 Reinstall the centre wheel nut caps.
19 Bounce the vehicle up and down several times to settle the suspension.
20 Check and correct the wheel alignment, as required. Refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Adjustment, in
this Section.
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3.6 Upper Strut Support Bearing and Mount
LT Section No. – 06-210
Remove
1 Remove the front strut (1), refer to 3.5 Front Strut
Assembly, in this Section.
2 Fit Tool No. 180 (or a commercially available
equivalent) to the front spring as shown. Compress the
spring (2) until the upper support beari ng (4) has
clearance at the spring seat collar 3).
Figure 3B – 32
Do not attempt to remove the retaining nut (1)
from the strut rod shaft before compressing
the spring.
3 While holding the strut rod shaft with a 10 mm socket,
remove the upper strut bearing to strut rod retaining
nut (1), using a 24 mm ring spanner.
4 Remove the front suspension strut mount assembly
and the two washers (2) fitted to each side.
NOTE
The lower washer may be stuck to the lower
surface of the mount.
5 Remove the strut bearing (3) from the upper spring
seat collar, taking particular note of the beari ng
orientation.
NOTE
• The upper support bearing is self-lubricated
and no servicing requirements are
necessary. If considered to be faulty, the
bearing is to be replaced as an assembly.
• Under no circumstances is the machined
surface of the piston rod section to be
gripped directly on its outer surface.
Figure 3B – 33
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Reinstall
1 Loosely reinstall the strut rod nut, then pull the piston rod through the u pper spring seat to its maximum length, then
remove the strut rod nut.
2 Install the upper bearing with the same orientation as noted on removal. Usually, the coloured or narr ow, outer
section, faces down to the upper spring seat collar.
3 While holding the strut rod extended and, after installing the first mount washer with the dished shape facing
downward (refer to item 2 in Figure 3B-33), install the upper front suspension strut mount assembly over the
bearing and washer.
4 Install the second washer with the dished shape facing upward (refer to item 2 in Figure 3B-33) and insta ll the
retaining nut.
5 Using a 10 mm socket and a 24 mm ring spanner with a torque wrench attached, tighten the nut to the correct
torque specification.
Upper strut bearing retaining
nut torque specification.........................................78 Nm
6 Release the spring compress or and remove it from the spring.
7 Install the front strut, refer to 3.5 Front Strut Assembly in this Section.
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3.7 Front Spring
LT Section No. – 06-210
Remove
1 Remove the front strut, refer to 3.5 Front Strut Assembly in this Section.
2 Remove the front strut upper mount and bea ring assembly, refer to 3.6 Upper Strut Support Bearing and Mount in
this Section.
NOTE
The spring compressor is not shown in this
exploded view, as it is assumed that Steps 1 and
2 have already been carried out.
3 Remove the retaining clamp (1) securi ng the front strut
dust shield assembly (2) and filter (3) to the upper
spring seat collar (4).
4 Remove the upper spring seat collar (4), spring
insulator (5) and compression bump er (6) from the top
of the spring (7).
5 Remove the spring (7) from the strut (8) and release
the spring compressor.
Figure 3B – 34
Reinstall
NOTE
If installing a replacement spring, ensure that the
spring is the correct type for this vehicle. Refer to
5 Specifications in this Section for details.
1 Position spring on strut with straight projectin g end of spring correctly located in the lower spring seat.
2 Install spring compressor Tool No. 180 or a commercially available equivalent, to the spring (refer to Figure 3B-32)
and compress it.
3 Reinstall the upper spring i nsulator, spring seat collar and compression bumper so that the double notch in the
upper flange of the spring seat collar is assembled, facing inward. The spring insulator has a step which locates on
to the straight projecting end of the spring.
4 Install the front strut upper bearing and s upport (9), refer to 3.6 Upper Strut Support Bearing and Mount in this
Section.
NOTE
Check that the lower washer (10) is not binding
with the lower edge of the mount.
5 Fit the upper end of the front strut dust shield assembly over the lower flange of the spring seat collar and secure
with a retaining clamp. Tighten the clamp un til the boot rubber is firmly secured to the spring seat collar flange.
6 Reinstall front strut, refer to 3.5 Front Strut Assembly in this Section.
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3.8 Front Strut Unit
LT Section No. – 06-212
Replace
NOTE
• When replacin g the front strut , ensure th at the
replacement unit is the correct type for this
vehicle. Refer to 5 Specifications in this
Section for details.
• As the strut assembly is a seale d component,
no overhaul procedures are possible. If any
strut component is found to be unserviceable,
the complete strut must be replaced.
1 Remove the front strut assembly, refer to 3.5 Front Strut Assembly in this Section.
2 Remove the upper support components, refer to 3.6 Upper Strut Support Bearing and Mount in this Section.
3 Remove the spring, refer to 3.7 Front Spring in this Section.
4 Remove the lower boot, worm drive retaining clamp.
Slide the front strut dust shield assembly (1) and filter
(2) from the strut assembly (3).
5 Pull the strut rod fully up and, while supporting the rod
to stop it from slipping back into the strut, reinstall the
front strut dust shield assembly over the strut tube,
ensuring that the filter (2) remains seated inside the
boot assembly (1).
Figure 3B – 35
6 Ensure that the bottom of the front strut dust shield
assembly is positioned so that distance ‘A’ is between
30 – 35 mm.
7 Install a new worm drive retaining clamp and tighten
until the rubber on the front strut dust shield assembly
is firmly secured.
8 Reinstall the front spring refer to 3.7 Front Spring in
this Section.
9 Reinstall the upper strut support assembl y r efer to
3.6 Upper Strut Support Bearing and Mount in this
Section.
10 Reinstall the front strut assembly refer to
3.5 Front Strut Assembly in this Section. Figure 3B – 36
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3.9 Steering Knuckle
LT Section No. – 06-212
ATTENTION
The following fasteners have either micro encapsulation or incorporate a mechanical thread lock and should
only be used once. If in doubt , rep lacement is recommended when performing these operations:
Front control arm ball joint stud nut.
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Front driveshaft outer retaining nut.
Steering knuckle to strut attach in g nuts and bolts.
Brake caliper ancho r p late to steering knuckle retainin g bolts.
Remove
1 Observing the jacking precautions as outlin ed in 2.3 Jackin g Precautions in this Section, raise the front of the
vehicle and support on safety stands.
2 Remove the centre wheel caps and mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub stud, using a felt tipped pen or
similar.
3 Loosen, then remove the road wheel attaching nuts, working in a 'star' pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres, for detailed information. Remove the road wheel.
NOTE
Steps 2 and 3 are necessary to maintain part
relationships and to avoid brake rotor distortion
and the creation of brake shudder, after the
vehicle is placed back in service.
4 Attach holding tool KM-468 to the wheel hub with t wo
inverted wheel nuts. Support the tool outer end on a
safety stand (1).
5 Using a 36 mm socket and suitable socket equipment,
loosen then remove the drive s haft retaining nut and
flat washer. Discard the removed nut.
Figure 3B – 37
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Under no circumstances is the end of the
driveshaft to be struck with a hammer to
dislodge the splines. To do so, will not only
damage the front hub bearing but the
driveshaft to outer CV joint snap ring can be
also be dislodged.
6 Install Tool No. 7208 to the front hub studs and secure
with three of the wheel nuts (1).
NOTE
If not previously modified, it will be necessary to
use a round file to lengthen the slots i n Tool No.
7208, to fit over the wheel studs.
7 Tighten the forcing screw to separate the fro nt hub
and outer driveshaft splines. Remove Tool No. 7208. Figure 3B –38
8 Remove the split pin and loosen the castellated nut (1)
until the nut is flush with the end of the tie rod end
stud.
9 Install Tool No. 7311 as shown and, using a ring
spanner (2), press the stud out from the steering
knuckle.
Figure 3B – 39
10 After marking the relationship of the brake rot or to the front hub with a felt tipped pen or similar, remove the front
brake caliper and rotor. Discard the caliper attaching bolts as they must be replaced on reassembly.
11 Remove the three screws securing the brake shield to the steering knuckle, then remove t he shield and set to one
side.
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12 Loosen the front control arm ball joi nt retain ing nut (1)
until the nut is flush with the end of the front lower
control arm socket stud thread.
13 Install Tool No. 7311 as shown, then apply force to the
end the lower control arm ball joint stud by tig htening
the forcing bolt on the tool, separati ng the lower
control arm from the ball joint stud.
Figure 3B – 40
14 Loosen, remove and discard the two lower strut
attaching bolts and nuts (1).
15 If the steering knuckle is to be replaced, remove the
camber adjusting bolt (2) from the arm.
Figure 3B – 41
16 After placing a piece of wood on the lifting pad of a floor jack, place under t he front control arm and raise to
temporarily jam the front control arm ball joint stud taper into the knuckle. Fully remove and disc ard the ball joint
nut, as it has micro-encapsulation sealant applied and shou ld be replaced on reassembly.
17 Before removing the steering knuckle, support the driveshaft with wire tied to the brake pipe bracket. Do not apply
the wire around the outer CV joint boot. Driveshaft support is needed to avoid damage to the inner tripot joint b oot
and to prevent joint separation , when the steering knuckle is removed from the vehicle.
18 Separate the front hub, steering knuckle and ball joint stud from the lower control arm and remove the assembly
from the vehicle. Leave the floor jack supporting the front control arm.
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –33
Page 3B – 33
Reinstall
Reinstallation is the reverse of the removal procedures except for the following:
1 If removed, reinstall the brake shield to the steering knuckle, refer to 3.3 Front Wheel Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor
and/or Brake Shield, Reinstall, in this Section.
2 Reinstall the front hub to the steering knuckle, reinstall the three retaining bolts and tighten to the correct torque
specification.
Front wheel hub assembly to
steering knuckle attaching bolt
torque specification.............................................108 Nm
3 Lightly lubricate the outer driveshaft splines (1) with
the recommended final drive l ubricant.
4 Reinstall the steering knuckle and ball joint assembl y
over the lower control and engag e the splines of the
driveshaft with those in the hub.
5 Pull on the wheel speed sensor pulse ring (2) fitted to
the outer CV joint to install the splines into the front
hub. Take care not to damage the wheel speed sensor
ring in the process.
NOTE
As the splined shaft is designed to be an
interference fit to the hub, use the old retaining
nut and washer to fully install the shaft through
the front wheel hub.
Figure 3B – 42
6 Install NEW lower strut to steering knuckle, bolts and nuts but do not tighten fully at this stage.
7 With the floor jack and block of wood (1) still
supporting the front control arm, jam the front control
arm ball joint stud taper into the front control arm.
8 Install a new self-locking nut on to the ball joint stud,
then use an accurate torque wrench (2) to tighten the
nut to the correct torque specification.
( ) Front control arm ball joint
stud nut torque specification ........................70 Nm, then
turn through 35°
Figure 3B – 43
9 Reinstall the steering linkage outer tie rod socket stud into the steering knuckle and tighten the castellated
attaching nut to the correct torque specification. Install new split pin.
Outer tie rod end stud, castellated nut
torque specification...............................................65 Nm
10 Reinstall the front brake rot or and ca liper assembly, refer to 3.3 Front Wheel Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor and/or
Brake Shield in this Section.
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Page 3B – 34
The brake rotor must be installed , aligning the
marks made prior to removal.
11 Install holding tool KM-468 to two of the wheel studs
and secure with two wheel nut s. Support the outer end
of the holding tool on a safety stand (1).
12 Remove the old driveshaft nut and washer used during
the reassembly process. Reinstall the washer with a
new nut and tighten to the correct torque specification.
( ) Front driveshaft outer
retaining nut torque
specification................ Stage 1 ..........................130 Nm
Stage 2 ... Loosen nut until loose
Stage 3 ..........................200 Nm
13 If it was the left driveshaft that was removed, check
the final drive lubricant level, topp ing up as required.
Refer to 2.1 Checking Final Drive Lubrica nt L evel, in
Section 4B3 Front Final Drive, Bearing Housing &
Driveshafts.
14 Reinstall the road wheel, aligning the marks made
prior to removal. Figure 3B – 44
15 Temporarily install the road wheel/s and lower the vehicle to the ground.
16 Bounce the vehicle up and down several times to settle the suspension.
17 Check the wheel alignment, refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Adjustment in this Section.
Following the wheel alignment, it will be
necessary to raise the vehicle and tighten the
NEW steering knuckle to strut bolts and nuts
to the correct torque specification.
( ) Steering knuckle to strut nut
torque specification Stage 1.......................85 Nm
Stage 2.....................100 Nm
Stage 3...... Turn through 90°
18 Lower the vehicle to the ground an d tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to the correct torque specification,
working in a ‘star’ pattern, refer to 2.3 Wheel and Tyre Removal and Installation, in Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
19 Install the centre wheel caps.
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3.10 Front Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly
LT Section No. – 06-200
Inspect
The following procedure should be used when checking the lower control arm ball joint assembly for wear.
1 Raise the vehicle with the jack lift pad located under the centre of the front suspension crossmember cradle.
2 Holding the road wheel at the top and bottom, check for play in the lower control arm ball joint assembly by rocking
the wheel.
3 If any up or down movement of stud in lower control arm ball joint assembly housing is detected, the steering
knuckle and lower control arm ball joint assembly must be replaced.
Replace
As the ball joint is not serviced separately from the steering knuckle, should insp ection sh ow that the ball joint is faulty,
then the steering knuckle and ball joint assembly must be replaced as an assembly. Refer to 3.9 Steering Knuckle, in this
Section.
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –36
Page 3B – 36
3.11 Front Control Arm
LT Section No. – 06-200
ATTENTION
The following fasteners have either micro encapsulation or incorporate a mechanical thread lock and should
only be used once. If in doubt , rep lacement is recommended when performing these operations:
Front control arm ball joint stud nut.
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Front control arm front isolator and rear bushing retaining bolts.
Before the following fasten ers are fully tightened, the vehicle MUST be at curb height:
• Front control arm front isolator and rear bushing retaining bolts.
Remove
1 Observing the jacking precautions, refer to 2.3 Jacking Prec autions in this Section, raise the front of the vehicle and
support on safety stands.
2 Remove the centre wheel caps and mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub stud, using a felt tipped pen or
similar.
3 Loosen, then remove the road wheel attaching nuts, working in a 'star' pattern. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres, for detailed information. Remove the road wheel.
NOTE
Steps 2 and 3 are necessary to maintain part
relationships and to avoid brake rotor distortion
and the creation of brake shudder, after the
vehicle is placed back in service.
4 Turn the steering out on full lock.
5 Loosen the front control arm ball joi nt retain ing nut (1)
until the top of the nut is flush with the end of the front
control arm ball joint stud thread.
6 Install the release Tool No. 7311, then tighte n the
forcing bolt on the tool to separate the front control
arm ball joint stud from the front control arm.
7 Temporarily jam the front control arm ball joint stud
taper into the knuckle to hold the stud, before fully
removing the retaining nut. As the ball joi nt stud nut
has micro-encapsulation sealant applied to the
threads, it should be replaced on reassembly.
Do not allow the front driveshaft to extend to
the stage wh ere the inner tripot en d becomes
separated. After release of the ball joint,
ensure that the outer en d is released from the
wheel hub and supported by tie wire.
8 Separate the front control arm ball joint stud from the
control arm. Figure 3B – 45
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9 Remove the screws and scrivets securing the front
plastic under tray from the front bumper, then remove
the under tray from the vehicle.
Thread sealant on this front bolt may make
the removal effort high. However, under no
circumstances is heat to be applied to the
control arm, in an attempt to soften the
sealant.
10 Using a 24 mm socket and suitable equipment, loosen
then remove the front control arm front isolator bolt (3),
until several threads remain.
Figure 3B – 46
12 Remove the split pin and loosen the castellated nut (1)
until the nut is flush with the end of the tie rod end
stud.
13 Install Tool No. 7311 as shown and, using a ring
spanner (2), press the stud out from the steering
knuckle.
14 To gain access to the rear bushin g retain ing bolt (4),
turn the steering out on full lock and hold in this
position. Allow the tie rod to drop under its own weight.
This will provide eno ugh space to gain access to the
front control arm rear bushing bolt.
Figure 3B – 47
15 Use a 19 mm socket and suitable equipment, loosen the front control arm rear bushing bolt (4) from the rear but
leave installed to support the rear bushing.
16 While supporting the front control arm, completely remove the front control arm front isolator bolt (3) an d the rear
bushing bolt (4), then remove the front control arm (1) from the crossmember cradle.
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Reinstall
1 Reinstall the front control arm (1) to the crossmember
cradle (2), then install new front isolator (3) and rear
bushing (4) bolts but do not fully tighten at this stage.
NOTE
As the front control arm is a heavy component,
aligning the bolts may prove difficult unless a
suitable floor jack, fitted with a block of wood (or
an assistant), is used to support and raise the
control arm into position.
Figure 3B – 48
2 Using a suitable floor jack fitted with a block of wood positioned under the front control arm, raise the jack sufficient
to support the weight of the strut assembly and jam the front control arm ball joint stud into the steering knuckle.
3 It is recommended that a new self-locking nut is fitted to the lower control arm ball joint stu d. Tighten the nut to the
correct torque specification.
( ) Front control arm ball joint
stud nut torque specification ........................70 Nm, then
35° turn angle
4 Reinstall the road wheel, aligning marks made prior to removal. Reinstall the wheel nuts but do not fully tighten at
this time.
5 Lower vehicle to the ground.
6 Roll the vehicle back and forth, then bounce the vehicle up and do wn several times to settle the suspension.
The weight of the vehicle must be on all four
wheels before tightening the front control arm
isolator bolts to specification. Tensioning
these bolts when the insulating bushing is
incorrectly pre-loaded will result in reduced
insulato r bushing li fe and w ill adversely affect
the ride and handling characteristics of the
vehicle.
7 With the weight of the vehicle on the suspension components, tighten both the front control arm isolator and the
rear bushing bolts to the correct torque specification.
( ) Front control arm front isolator
bolt torque specification......................................345 Nm
( ) Front control arm rear bushing
bolt torque specification......................................180 Nm
8 Straighten the wheels and, with the vehicle on the grou nd, tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to the correct
torque specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern, refer to Section 10 Whe els and Tyres.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
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9 Reinstall the front plastic under tray to the front bumper and front suspension cradle, se curing with the screws, self
tapping screws and scrivets.
10 Reinstall the centre wheel caps.
11 Check the wheel alignment, refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Adjustment in this Section.
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3.12 Front Control Arm Rear Bushing
LT Section No. – 06-200
Replace
1 Remove the front control arm (1), refer to 3.11 Front Control Arm in this Section.
2 Secure the front control arm in a vice fitted with soft jaws.
3 Install the removal tool with the thrust bearing CH-
47569-2 under the bolt head C H-47 569-1, then insert
the receiver cup CH-47569-6. With this sub-assembly
inserted through the bush to be removed, install the
smaller cupped piece, CH-475 69-5 over the bolt and
secure with a nut and flat washer.
4 While holding the nut, turn the bolt head to force the
bushing (2) into the receiving cup, Tool No. CH-47569-
6.
5 After bush removal, check the bore of the control arm
(1) for damage or rust. Clean up as requir ed.
Figure 3B – 49
6 Apply a soap solution or p etroleum jelly (e.g.
Vaseline ™) to the bore of the control arm and to the
smaller flange (1) of the new bushing.
NOTE
Apart from the smaller diameter of the inboard
end of the bushing, this is also the end with the
larger groove (2) that allows greater bush flange
distortion during the installatio n process.
Figure 3B – 50
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7 Assemble the installation tools with the thrust bearing
CH-47569-2 under the bolt head CH-47569-1,
followed by the larger of the two cups, CH-4756 9-4,
then the lubricated bush (1). Install the receiver cup
CH-47569-3 over the inserted bolt, then secure with
the flat washer and nut.
8 To install the new bush, proceed as follows:
a While holding the nut, slowly turn the bolt head
to compress the bush.
b With the bush compressed, wait until the bush
land distorts and starts to enter the control arm,
before proceeding.
c Continue to turn the bolt head until the bush is
fully installed.
d Remove the installation tools and check that the
bush is centrally located on each side of the
control arm.
NOTE
If the bush has been installed too far, assemble
the tools in the removal position and centralise
the bush. Refer to Figure 3B-49 for the tool
setup.
9 Reinstall the front control arm, refer to
3.11 Front Control Arm, in this Section.
Figure 3B – 51
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3.13 Front Control Arm Front Isolating
Bushing
LT Section No. – 06-200
ATTENTION
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Front control arm, front isolator and rear bushing retaining bolts.
The following fasteners MUST be at curb height before final tightening:
• Front control arm, front isolator and rear bushing retaining bolts.
Inspect
The front control arm, front isolating bushing is a h ydraulically dampened component. Visible splits in the bushing do not
necessarily mean that the bush has failed. The bush may also appear to be 'off-centre' when the vehicle is standing
stationary but this is a normal cond ition.
The main criteria that indicates that the bushing has failed, is the indication or presence of h ydraulic fluid leaking from the
bushing. Therefore, only if fluid is observed to be leaking from the bush ing, is it to be replaced, by following the
procedure detailed in this serv ice operation.
Replace
1 Remove the front control arm. Refer to 3.11 Front Control Arm, in this Section.
2 Install Tool No. CH-47568 to the front isolating bush to
be replaced, as shown in Figure 3B-52.
NOTE
The receiving cup (CH-47568-1), forcing screw
(2) and thrust race (CH-47568-5) are installed
from front to rear.
3 While holding the nut (1), use suitable socket
equipment to tighten the forcing screw (2) of Tool No.
CH-47568, to remove the isolating b ush fro m the front
suspension crossmember cradle (3), into the receiver,
CH-47568-1. Discard the removed bush.
Figure 3B – 52
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4 Lightly lubricate the outer steel sleeve (1) of a new
isolating bush, with a light coating of an NLGI No. 2
lithium soap based EP grease with molybdenum
disulphide, such as Shell Retinax HDX2 grease or BP
Energrease LMS-EP 23 (or equivalent).
NOTE
Ensure that the voids in the bush are aligned
correctly, as shown in Figure 3B-55.
5 Assemble the forcing screw (3), thrust bearing CH-
47568-5 and installing cup CH-47568-3, into the new
isolating bush, then install into the front suspension
crossmember cradle, working from front to rear.
NOTE
Arrange the slot in cup, Tool No. CH-47568- 2, so
a measurement can be taken from the rear of
the isolating bush, inner flange. Refer to Step 7.
6 While holding the nut of the forcing screw of Tool
CH-47568, turn the bolt head to push the front
isolating bush into the crossmember cradle.
Figure 3B – 53
7 The correct positioning of the bush is assessed by measuring the distance from the inner flange of the front
isolating bush (1), to the rear land (2) for the rear bus h in the front crossmember cradle ( 3), which is to be from
337.1 to 337.6 mm.
NOTE
If the bush is installed too far, it will not be
possible to reinstall the control arm. Therefore, it
will be necessary to extract the isolating bush,
until the required dimensi on is achieved. Refer to
Figure 3B-52 for the tool arrangement.
Figure 3B – 54
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It is vital that the bush voids are aligned
vertically, as shown. If not, then the ride and
handling of the vehicle will be severely
affected.
8 Reinstall the front control arm. Refer to 3.11 Front
Control Arm, Reinstall, in this Section.
Figure 3B – 55
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3.14 Front Suspension Crossmember Cradle
LT Section No. – 06-200
ATTENTION
The following fasteners MUST be replaced when performing these operations:
Steering rack housing to crossmember cradle bolts and nuts.
Front control arm ball joint stud nut
Front suspension crossmember cradle to side member attach ing bolt.
Front control arm to crossmember cradle front isolating and rear bushing bolts.
Engine mount to crossmem ber cradle attaching nuts.
The following fasteners MUST be at curb height before final tightening:
Front control arm to crossmember cradle front isolating and rear bushing bolts.
Remove
1 Observing the jacking precautions, refer to 2.3 Jacking Precautions in this Section, rais e the front of vehicle and
place safety stands under the side frame members.
2 Remove the centre wheel caps.
3 Mark the relationship of each road wheel to its hub and rotor. Loosen, then remove the road wheel attachi ng nuts.
Remove the road wheels. Do not mix from si de to side.
4 Remove the screws and scrivets securing the front plastic under tray from the front bumper and front suspension
cradle, then remove the under tray from the vehicle.
5 With a backing set spanner holding the stabiliser bar
link inner stud hexagon (1), use a second spanner to
loosen then remove the retaining nut (2).
6 Separate the stabiliser bar link (3) from the stabiliser
bar (4).
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the other side.
Figure 3B – 56
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8 Remove the split pin from the steering linkag e outer tie
rod end castellated nut (1), then lo osen the nut until
the top of the nut is level with the top of the steering
linkage outer tie rod socket stud.
9 Install Tool No. 7311 and use a ring sp anner (2) to
separate the steering linkage outer tie rod socket stud
from the steering knuckle.
10 Repeat steps 8 and 9 for the other side.
Figure 3B – 57
11 Remove the air chute to crossmember securing screws. Refer to Section 6B3 Engine Cooling – GEN III V8, for
locations.
12 Remove the steering gear housing (1) to front
crossmember cradle (2) mounting bolts (3) and nuts
(4).
13 Remove the steering gear housin g from the
crossmember mountings (5), then support the rack
with tie wire to convenient points on the vehi cle
underbody.
NOTE
Dependent on personal choic e but disconne cting
the steering shaft coupling cam bolt and nut will
provide more flexibility with steering rack
movement. The nut however, must be replaced
on reassembly. Figure 3B – 58
14 Remove the screws and brackets securing the power
steering pipes and engine coolant transfer tube to the
front crossmember cradle:
a At the right (1) and left (2) side rails.
b In two places across the front rail (3).
Figure 3B – 59
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15 Turn each wheel out in turn.
16 Loosen the front control arm ball joi nt retain ing nut (1)
until the top of the nut is flush with the end of the stud
thread.
17 Install release Tool No. 7311 as shown, then apply
force to the ball joint stud by tightening the forcing bolt
on the tool, separating the front control arm from the
ball joint stud.
18 Temporarily jam the front control arm socket assembly
stud taper into the knuckle to hold the stud, before fully
removing the retaining nut. Discard the removed nut
as it has micro-encapsulation sealant ap plied and
should be replaced on reassembl y.
Figure 3B – 60
19 Separate the ball joint stud from the front control arm.
20 Remove each of the front driveshafts from the vehicle. Refer to Section 4B3 Front Final D r ive, Bearing Housing &
Driveshafts, for the procedure.
21 Use a suitable length wooden prop, support the steering knuckle, disc, front hub and strut against the side rail.
Repeat for the other side of the vehicle.
22 Mark the engine hood hinge positions then remove the engine hood.
23 Support the engine with a suitabl e lifting device, then remove the front engi ne mount to crossmember cradle nuts
from under the vehicle, using an 18 mm deep socket and suitable socket equipment.
24 Support the crossmember cradle (3) on a jack and
suitable pieces of wood, then remove the fou r bolts (1
and 2) securing the crossmember cradle to the side
frame members.
NOTE
If working from a hoist, use a commercially
available, hydraulic scissor lift, mobile bench to
support the crossmember.
25 Lower, then remove the crossmember cradle
assembly (3) from vehicle.
26 As required, remove the front control arms, front
control arm rear bushings, front isolating b ushes and
stabiliser bar from the crossmember. Refer to;
3.11 Front Control Arm.
3.12 Front Control Arm Rear Bushing.
3.13 Front Control Arm Front Isolating Bushing.
3.17 Stabiliser Bar.
Figure 3B – 61
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Reinstall
While the majority of the reinstallation process is the reverse of the removal procedures, n ote the foll owing points:
1 If removed, reinstall the stabiliser bar insulating rubbers and brackets onto the crossmember cradle, refer to
3.17 Stabiliser Bar. Tighten the retain ing nuts to the correct torque specification.
Stabiliser bar bushing bracket
nut torque specification.........................................28 Nm
2 Reinstall the two front control arms to the crossmember cradle, installing new, front isolating and rear bushing bolts
but do not fully tighten at this stage.
3 After raising the crossmember cradle, install two NEW front, stepped bolts (‘1’ in Fig ure 3B-61). This will correctly
align the crossmember to the side frames.
4 Install two NEW rear, plain shank ed bolts (‘2’ in Figure 3B-61) to the two rear positions and tighten all four bolts to
the correct torque specification.
( ) Crossmember cradle to side
frame bolt torque specification All..........135 – 140 N.m
5 Reinstall the ball joint stud int o each front co ntrol arm, fit NEW nuts and tighten to the co rrect torque sp ecification.
( ) Front control arm ball joint
stud nut torque specification ........................70 Nm, then
35° turn angle
6 Lower the engine to engage the en gine mount pins with the holes pr ovided in the crossmember cradle supports.
7 Install new engine mounting n uts, then use a n 18 mm deep socket and torque wrench to tighten the nuts to the
correct torque specification.
( ) Front engine mount attaching
nut torque specification.........................................80 Nm
8 Reinstall the road wheels, aligning marks made prior to removal.
9 Reinstall the engine hood.
10 Lower the vehicle to the ground, roll the ve hicle back and forth about 1 metr e in each direction, then bounce the
vehicle several times to settle the suspension.
The weight of the vehicle must be on all four
wheels before tightening the front control arm
isolator and bushing bolts to specification. If
not, the bushings will be stressed with the
vehicle at rest and the bushings will fail
prematurely w hen the vehicle is put back into
service.
11 With the weight of the vehicle on the suspension components, tighten all front control arm isolator and rea r bushing
bolts to the correct torque specification.
( ) Front control arm, front isolator
bush bolt torque specification..............................345 Nm
( ) Front control arm, rear bushing
bolt torque specification......................................180 Nm
12 Tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to the correct tor que specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern. Refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres. Reinstal l the centre wheel caps.
Road wheel attaching
nut torque specification............................110 – 140 N.m
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13 Install the steering gear housi ng to the crossmember cradle and tighten N E W mounting nuts and bolts. Hold the
nuts and tighten the bolts to the correct torque specification.
( ) Steering rack housing to
crossmember mounting bolt
torque specification......................................60 Nm, then
turn through 50°
14 If the power steering flare pipes were disconnected during the removal process, remove plugs from the power
steering hydraulic pipes and valve housing apertures, then reinstall the pipes. Tighten each flare nut to the correct
torque specification.
Hydraulic pipe to steering rack
valve housing flare nut
torque specification...............................................35 Nm
15 Bleed the power steering hydraulic system. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
16 Reinstall the front plastic under tray to the front bumper and front suspension cradle, se curing with the screws, self
tapping screws and scrivets.
17 Reinstall the centre wheel caps.
18 Check the wheel alignment, refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Adjustment in this Section.
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3.15 Stabiliser Bar Link
LT Section No. – 06-205
Replace
1 Raise the front of the vehicle and place safety stands under side frame members. Refer to 2.3 Jacking Precautions
in this Section.
2 Remove the centre wheel caps on the sid e where this procedure is to be carried out.
3 Mark the relationship of the wheel to the hub and brake rotor, then loosen and remove the road wheel attaching
nuts and remove the road wheel. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
NOTE
Step 3 is necessary to maintain component
relationships and to avoid brake rotor distortion
with the resultant creation of brake s hudder, after
the vehicle is placed back in service.
4 With a backing set spanner holdi ng the upper
stabiliser bar link inner stud hexag on, use a second
spanner to loosen and remov e the retain ing nut (2).
Figure 3B – 62
5 With a backing set spanner holding the stabiliser bar
link inner stud hexagon (1), use a second spanner to
loosen then remove the retaining nut (2).
6 Separate the stabiliser bar link (3) from the stabiliser
bar (4) and remove from the strut mounting bracket.
The installation procedure is the reverse to removal, except
for the following points:
7 Reinstall the link ball joint to the stabiliser bar (4).
8 Reinstall the retaining nut (2) and tig hten to the correct
torque specification, while hol ding the inner stud
hexagon (1) with a spanner.
Stabiliser bar link ball socket retaining
nut torque specification.........................................50 Nm
Figure 3B – 63
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9 Reinstall the link ball sock et stud to the front strut
mounting bracket.
10 Reinstall the retaining nut (2) and tig hten to the correct
torque specification.
Stabiliser bar link ball socket retaining
nut torque specification.........................................50 Nm
Figure 3B – 64
11 Reinstall the road wheel, aligning the marks made prior to removal, and secure with the wheel attaching nuts, but
do not fully tighten at this stage.
12 Lower the vehicle to the ground.
13 Tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to the correct tor que specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern. Refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
14 Reinstall the centre wheel caps.
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3.16 Stabiliser Bar Isolator Bushes
Replace
1 Raise the vehicle and suppor t in a safe manner. Refer to 2.3 Jacking Precautions in this Section.
NOTE
Access to the stabiliser bar isolator bushing/s is
made easier by turning the wheels out on the
side being worked on.
2 Using suitable socket equipment, remove the two nuts
(1), securing the insulator bracket (2) to the
crossmember cradle (4). Repeat for the second side.
NOTE
Both sides need to be release d to allow removal
of the bushing/s (3) from the crossmember
cradle.
3 Lift the stabiliser bar free from the crossmember
cradle, then remove the bushing/s (3).
4 Reinstall new bushing/s, taking note of the orientation,
reinstall the bracket/s, washers and nuts.
NOTE
The slot in each insulator should face forward,
and the rounded sections on the insulators
should seat in the mating recesses in the
crossmember cradle.
Ensure the stabiliser bar is centralised in the
bushings and brackets. If not corrected,
contact between the stabiliser bar and the
driveshaft outer grease boot may occur on
full suspension hang and/or on full steering
lock.
5 Tighten the nuts to the correct torque specification.
Stabiliser bar bushing bracket
nut torque specification.........................................28 Nm
6 Remove safety supports and lower vehicle to the
ground.
Figure 3B – 65
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3.17 Stabiliser Bar
LT Section No. – 06-205
NOTE
To remove the stabiliser bar completely from the
vehicle, it will first be necessary to lower the
crossmember cradle to provide the required
space. Refer to 3.14 Front Suspension
Crossmember Cradle in this Section.
Remove
1 Raise the front of the vehicle and support in a safe manner. Refer to 2.3 Jacking Precautions in this Section.
2 Remove the centre wheel caps on both si des.
3 Mark the relationship of each wheel to its hub and brake rotor, then loosen and remove each of the road wheel
attaching nuts, then remove the road wheels. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
NOTE
Step 3 is necessary to maintain component
relationships and to avoid brake rotor distortion
with the resultant creation of brake s hudder, after
the vehicle is placed back in service.
4 With a set spanner holding the stabiliser bar link inner
stud hexagon (1), use a second spann er to loosen
then remove the retaining nut (2).
5 Separate the stabiliser bar link (3) from the stabiliser
bar (4).
6 Support the engine/transmission assembly, then lower
the crossmember cradle, enough to provide space
for the stabiliser bar removal. Refer to 3.14 Front
Suspension Crossmember Cradle, in this Section.
Figure 3B – 66
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7 Remove the nuts (1) securing the insulator bracket (2)
to each side of the crossmember cradle (4), then
remove the support brackets, stabiliser bar, and
insulators (3) from the crossmember cradle.
8 Remove the stabiliser bar from the vehicle.
Figure 3B – 67
Reinstall
The reinstallation procedure of the stabiliser bar is the reverse of the removal procedure, except for the follo wing:
1 Reassemble the two insulator s onto the stabiliser bar, then reinstall to the crossmember cradle tower.
NOTE
The slot in each insulator should face forward,
and the rounded sections on the insulators
should seat in the mating recesses in the
crossmember cradle.
2 Reinstall both insulator brackets and nuts, then tighten the stabiliser bar insulator bracket nuts to the correct torque
specification.
Stabiliser bar bushing bracket
nut torque specification.........................................28 Nm
3 Reinstall the front suspension crossmember cradle. Refer to 3.14 Front Suspension Crossmember Cradle, in this
Section.
4 Reinstall the stabiliser bar link socket stud nut and, while holding the stud hexagon with a set spanner, tighten to
the correct torque specification.
Stabiliser bar link ball stud nut
torque specification...............................................50 Nm
5 Reinstall the road wheels, aligning the marks made prior to removal, and secure with the wheel attaching nuts, but
do not fully tighten at this stage.
6 Remove the safety stands and lo wer the vehicle.
7 Bounce the vehicle up and down several times to settle the suspension.
8 Check and correct the wheel alignment, as required. Refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Adjustment, in
this Section.
9 Tighten the road wheel attaching nuts to the correct torque specification, working in a ‘star’ pattern. Refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
Road wheel attaching nut
torque specification..................................110 – 140 N.m
10 Reinstall the centre wheel caps.
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4 Diagnosis
4.1 General
When diagnosing suspected front suspension problems, it should be remembered that steering, wheels and tyres all
have an effect on front end performance. Refer to Section 9 Steering an d Section 10 Wheels and Tyres, for details.
Strut Diagnosis
1. Test by quickly pushing up an d down on the bumper bar at the front corner of the vehicle. Compare the resistance
to movement with a similar vehicle having acceptable ride quality.
2. Inspect the struts for excessive fluid leakage.
Acceptance Criteria
A strut DOES NOT require replacement, if any or a combination of the following are present:
• An oily build-up at the end of the piston rod, up to 1 cm wide.
• Oily ‘sludge’ accumulated from normal operating conditions to 4 cm from the top of the strut body.
• Road grease, oil, sand and dust discolouration on the body, does not constitute a leaking strut. If this condition is
evident, the strut should be wiped cl ean and checked at a later service.
NOTE
Should one strut prove to be leaking and require
replacement, provided the remaining strut is
serviceable, it does not also need to be replaced
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4.2 Diagnosis Guide
Hard or Heavy Steering
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Low or uneven tyre pressures. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific loa d
conditions. Refer to tyre placard attached to t he
vehicle.
2 Steering gear or connections too tight or misalig ned. 2 Adjust steering gear or replace components as
necessary. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
3 Insufficient fluid in steering gear. 3 Check steering gear fluid level. Top up, using only
DEXRON III® fluid. Check system for leaks. Refer to
Section 9 Steering.
4 Excessive caster. 4 Caster is not adjustable. Check for bent or damaged
components. Repair as required.
5 Excessive toe-in. 5 Check and adjust wheel toe. Refer to 2.2 Wheel
Alignment Checking and Adjustment in this Section.
Excessive Play or Looseness in Steering
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Steering gear or connections loose or worn. 1 Adjust steering gear or install new components as
required. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
2 Front control arm ball joint loos e or worn. 2 Replace control arm ball joint assembly. Refer to
3.10 Front Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly, in this
Section.
3 Front wheel bearings worn. 3 Replace front wheel hub assembly. Refer to
3.3 Front Wheel Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor
and/or Brake Shield, in this Section.
4 Loose attachment of crossmember cradle to frame. 4 Replace and tighten crossmember cradle attaching
bolts. Refer to 3.14 Front Suspension Cr ossmember
Cradle in this Section for tight ening procedures.
Erratic Steering on Application of Brakes
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Low or uneven tyre pressures. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific load
conditions. Refer to the tyre placard attached to the
vehicle.
2 Excessive front brake rotor runout. 2 Machine front rotors. Refer to Section 5A Service
and Park Braking System.
3 Front brake pads contaminated with lubricant. 3 Replace brake pads. Corr ect cause of lubricant
leakage. Refer to Section 5A Service and Park
Braking System.
4 Insufficient or uneven caster. 4 Caster is not adjustable. Check for bent or
damaged components. Repair as required.
5 Steering knuckle bent. 5 Replace steering knuckle. Refer to 3.9 Steering
Knuckle, in this Section.
6 Excessive play in steering ge ar. 6 Adjust steering gear or replace worn compo nents.
Refer to Section 9 Steering.
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Vehicle Pulls to One Side
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Low or uneven tyre pressures. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific load
conditions. Refer to tyre placard attached to t he
vehicle.
2 Rear wheels not tracking with front wheels. 2 Check alignment of rear wheels with front wheels
and correct as necessary. Refer to Section 4A Rear
Suspension, for details of rear wheel alignment.
3 Front brake pads contaminated with lubricant. 3 Replace brake pads. Corr ect cause of lubricant
leakage. Refer to Section 5A Service and Park
Braking System.
4 Toe-in incorrect. 4 Adjust toe-in to specification. Refer to 2.2 Wheel
Alignment Checking and Adjustment, in this Section.
5 Incorrect or uneven caster or camber. 5 Check and adjust wheel alignment. Refer to
2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking and Ad justment,
in this Section.
6 Rear final drive/rear suspensi on crossmember
shifted. 6 Check attaching bolts for looseness and re ar trailing
arm bushings for wear. Refer to Section 4A1
Independent Coil Spring Rear Suspension.
7 Steering knuckle bent. 7 Replace steering knuckle. Refer to 3.9 Steering
Knuckle, in this Section.
Front or Rear Wheel Tramp
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Wheels and tyres out of balance. 1 Balance wheels and tyres. Also check for eccentric or
bulged tyres. Replace as necessary. Refer to
Section 10. Wheels and Tyres.
2 Front struts or rear shock absorbers operating
incorrectly, leaking fluid or inoperative. 2 Check operation and replace components as
necessary. Refer to 3.8 Front Strut Unit in this
Section or Section 4A1 Indepe ndent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension.
Road Shocks
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Incorrect tyre pressures. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific loa d
conditions. Refer to tyre placard attached to t he
vehicle.
2 Steering gear incorrectly adjusted. 2 Adjust steering gear. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
3 Front struts or rear shock absorbers operating
incorrectly or unevenly, leaking fluid or i no pe r ative. 3 Check operation and replace components as
necessary. Refer to 3.8 Front Strut Unit in this
Section or Section 4A1 Indepe ndent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension.
4 Compression or rebound rubbers damaged or
missing. 4 Replace missing or damaged parts. Refer to
3.8 Front Strut Unit in this Section.
5 Unbalanced wheels. 5 Balance wheels. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres.
6 Incorrect wheel alignment. 6 Check and adjust. Refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment
Checking and Adjustment, in this Section.
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –58
Page 3B – 58
Scuffed Tyres
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Toe-in incorrect. 1 Adjust toe-in. Refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking
and Adjustment, in this Section.
2 Tyres improperly inflated. 2 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific loa d
conditions, as detailed on the tyre placard attached to
the vehicle.
3 Wheels or tyres out-of-true. 3 Check for wheel and tyre wobble. Check that the
wheels and tyres are correctly mounted. Balance
wheels and tyres. Refer to Section 10 Wheels and
Tyres.
4 Front lower control arm socket/s worn. 4 Replace worn components. R efer to 3.11 F r ont
Control Arm in this Section.
5 Uneven caster and camber. 5 Check wheel alignment. Adjust as necessary. Refer
to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Check ing and Adjustment in
this Section.
6 Steering knuckle bent. 6 Replace steering knuckle. Refer to 3.9 Steering
Knuckle in this Section.
Cupped Tyres
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Tyres improperly inflated. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific loa d
conditions, as detailed on the tyre placard attached to
the vehicle.
2 Wheels and tyres out-of-balan c e. 2 Balance wheels and tyres. Also check for eccentric or
bulged tyres. Replace as necessary. Refer to
Section 10. Wheels and Tyres.
3 Dragging brakes. 3 Check for seizing of the brake calipers and/or park
brake mechanism. Refer to Section 5A Servi c e and
Park Braking System.
4 Front control arm ball joints and/or wheel bearings
worn. 4 Replace worn components. R efer to 3.10 F r ont
Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly, 3.3 Front Wheel
Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor and/or Brake Shield, in
this Section.
5 Uneven caster. 5 Check wheel alignment. Adjust as necessary. Refer
to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Check ing and Adjustment in
this Section.
6 Steering knuckle bent. 6 Replace steering knuckle. Refer to 3.9 Steering
Knuckle in this Section.
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –59
Page 3B – 59
Front Wheel Shimmy
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Low or uneven tyre pressures. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific loa d
conditions, as detailed on the tyre placard attached to
the vehicle.
2 Steering connections incorrectly adjusted or worn. 2 Adjust steering gear or install new components as
required. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
3 Front control arm ball joints and/or wheel bearings
worn. 3 Replace worn components. R efer to 3.10 F r ont
Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly or 3.3 Front Wheel
Hub Assembly, Brake Rotor and/or Brake Shield, in
this Section.
4 Wheels and tyres out-of-balan c e. 4 Balance wheels and tyres. Also check for eccentric or
bulged tyres. Replace as necessary. Refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres.
5 Wheels or tyres out-of-true. 5 Check for wheel and tyre wobble. Check that the
wheels and tyres are correctly mounted. Balance
wheels and tyres. Refer to Section 10. Wheels and
Tyres.
6 Incorrect or uneven caster or incorrect toe-in setting. 6 Caster is not adjustable. Check for bent or damaged
components. Repair as required. Check and adjust
toe-in setting. Refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking
and Adjustment in this Section.
7 Steering knuckle bent. 7 Replace steering knuckle. Refer to 3.9 Steering
Knuckle in this Section.
Vehicle Wanders
Symptom and Probable Cause Remedy
1 Low or uneven tyre pressures. 1 Inflate tyres to specified pressure for specific loa d
conditions, as detailed on the tyre placard attached to
the vehicle.
2 Steering connections loose or worn. 2 Adjust steering gear or install new components as
needed. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
3 Steering gear connections adj usted too tightly. 3 Test steering system for binding with front wheels off
the ground. Refer to Section 9 Steering.
4 Front control arm ball joint worn. 4 Replace worn ball joi nt. Refer to 3.10 F r ont Control
Arm Ball Joint Assembly in this Section.
5 Wheel toe settings outside specifications. 5 Adjust toe-in. Refer to 2.2 Wheel Alignment Checking
and Adjustment in this Section.
6 Incorrect or uneven caster. 6 Caster is not adjustable. Check for bent or damaged
components. Repair as required.
7 Steering knuckle bent. 7 Replace steering knuckle. Refer to 3.9 Steering
Knuckle in this Section.
8 Rear final drive/rear suspensi on crossmember
shifted. 8 Check all attachment fasteners for security, tightening
to specification, as required. Refer to Section 4A1
Independent Coil Spring Rear Suspension.
9 Loose attachment of front suspension crossmember
to side members. 9 Check, align and tighten all fasteners to specification.
Refer to 3.14 Front Suspension Crossmember
Cradle, in this Section.
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –60
Page 3B – 60
5 Specifications
Suspension Travel
Suspension Configuration Compression – 2/3 Compression of
Bumper (mm) Rebound (mm)
MY 2005 AWD Models – FE1 90 88
Front Spring Details
Identification of the front spring fitted to a par ticular vehicle
can be achieved by cross-referenci ng the two digit code
provided on the production id entificati on tag (1) with the
table below.
Figure 3B – 68
Suspension
Configuration Number of
Coils Free Length
(mm) Inside Diameter Spring Type &
Rate Production ID
Code
AWD Wagon,
Regular and Crew
Cabs with GEN III V8
Engine
436 – 440
VARIABLE
24 – 31 N/mm
(5026 ± 110N
@ 234 mm)
AC
AWD and V6 Engine
6.97
433
136 ± 1.5 VARIABLE
25.5 – 35 N/mm
(4800 ± 110N
@ 234 mm)
AWM
Front Stabiliser Bar Details
The stabiliser bar identification is contained in a label (1)
attached to the stabiliser bar.
Front Stabiliser Bar Diameter (2) = 27 mm
Figure 3B – 69
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –61
Page 3B – 61
Front Strut Details
Type Wet strut – non-serviceable
Piston Diameter 30 mm
Identification of the front strut assemblies fitted to a
vehicle, can be achieved b y cr oss-referencing the two
digit code provided on the pro duction identification tag
(1) with the table below.
Suspension
Configuration
Right Side
Strut ID
Code
Left Side
Strut ID
Code
AWD Models – FE1
V6 Engine MT MV
AWD Models – FE1
GEN III V8 Engine MM ML
Figure 3B – 70
Front Control Arm Details
Type Forged with a rubber bushing at the rear for attachment to front suspension crossmemb er cradle. The
hydraulically dampened front bushing is pressed into the front suspens ion crossmember cradle.
Front Control Arm Ball Joint
The front control arm ball joint assembly is a press fit into the steering knuckle. The ball joint is not serviced separately.
Front Wheel Bearings
Type Double row ball bearing
Lubricant Sealed for life, non- adjustable
Wheel Bearing Angular 'Float'
New Bearing 0.106 mm Maximum
Used Bearing 0.213 mm Maximum
For 'float' measuring procedur e, refer to 2.4 Front Wheel Hub Assembly – End Float Checking Procedure, in this Section.
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –62
Page 3B – 62
Suspension Trim Height Specifications
Figure 3B – 71
A Front Trim Height Check Location
B Rear Trim Height Check Location 1 Wheelbase – 2,938 mm
2 Reference Point – 584.5 mm 3 Trim Height Spacing – 1,765 mm
4 Ground Line
The measuring point for the trim height is from the stud to
the ground.
The vehicle must be at curb weight and on level ground.
Legend
A Trim Height
1 Door
2 Trim
3 Ground Line
Figure 3B – 72– Rear Trim Height Checking Location
(Front Similar)
NOTE
• The following suspension/trim height
dimensions are for reference only and
intended as a guide. Refer to 3.2 Suspension
and Trim Height, Check for ride height
variations and addition al procedures.
• With the wheel aperture fairings fitted to these
vehicles, accurate suspension height
measurements are not possibl e.
MY 2005 AWD Wagon Models Trim Height
(mm)
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION TRANSMISSION SUSPENSION Front
(‘A’ in Fig. 3B – 71) Rear
(‘B' in Fig. 3B – 71)
Level 1 and 2 Wagon Automatic FE1 275 294
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –63
Page 3B – 63
Front Wheel Alignment Specifications
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT AT CURB WEIGHT
Wheel Alignment Angle Specifications - All Models
Camber – 0° 12' ± 0° 18’
Caster 8° 30' ± 1° 15'
Toe-in Degrees Total 0° 10’ ± 0° 10'
Degrees per Wheel +0° 5’ to +0° 5’
Toe-out on Turns 1° 42’ @ 20 ° turn angle ± 1° 30'
Steering Axis Inclination Angle 13° 18’ ± 1° 30'
Included Angle 13° 06’ ± 1° 30'
SERVICE INFORMATION
• The adjusting values for camber, caster and toe-i n must remain within
the tolerances specified. The difference between left and right must not
exceed the follo wing:
CASTER 0° 36’
CAMBER 0° 48' Maximum
TOE-IN 0° 10' Maximum
• The specifications listed are the nom inal value, with acceptable
variance from this central point. Where possible, an attempt should
always be made to achieve the nominal settings when adjusting.
• Front wheel camber alters as a function of front suspension height.
• Camber adjusting bolt: After loosening both lower strut to steering
knuckle bolts and nuts, adjust camber by turning the adjusting bolt
clockwise to decrease negative camber and anti-clockwise to increase
negative camber. After adjustment, both lo wer strut to steering knuckle
bolts and nuts MUST be replac ed with new parts and tightened to the
recommended torque setting.
• The rear wheel alignment sho uld be checked and corrected if
necessary (refer to Section 4A1 Independent Coil Spring Rear
Suspension), before checking front wheel alignment.
Vehicle at Curb Weight with a Full Fuel Tank
Figure 3B – 73
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –64
Page 3B – 64
6 Torque Specifications
ATTENTION
Fasteners must be repl aced after loosening.
Vehicle must be at curb height before final tightening.
Fasteners either ha ve micro encapsulated sealant a pplied or in corporate a mechani cal thread lock and
should only be re-used once. If in doubt, replacement is recommended.
Brake Shield Retaining Screw ...................................................................9 Nm
Crossmember Cradle To Side Frame Bolt All............................135 – 140 N.m
Front Brake Caliper Anchor Plate Bolt ........... Stage 1 ............................85 Nm
Stage 2........... Turn through 45°
Front Control Arm Ball Joint Assembly Stud Nut ............................70 Nm, then
turn through 35°
Front Control Arm Front Isolator Bolt.....................................................345 Nm
Front Control Arm Rear Bushing Bolt ....................................................180 Nm
Front Driveshaft Outer Retaining Nut....Stage 1:...................................130 Nm
Stage 2: Loosen Until Nut is Loose
Stage 3:...................................200 Nm
Front Engine Mount Attaching Nut...........................................................80 Nm
Front Wheel Hub Assembly To Steering Knuckle Attaching Bolt...........108 Nm
Front Wheel Speed Sensor Retaining Screw...........................................10 Nm
Hydraulic Pipe to Steering Rack Valve Housing Flare Nut.......................35 Nm
Outer Tie Rod End Stud, Castellated Nut................................................65 Nm
Road Wheel Attaching Nut ..........................................................110 – 140 N.m
Stabiliser Bar Link Ball Stud Nut (Upper or Lower)..................................50 Nm
Stabiliser Bar Bushing Bracket Nut..........................................................28 Nm
Steering Knuckle To Strut Attaching NutStage 1:....................................85 Nm
Stage 2:...................................100 Nm
Stage 3:.................... Turn through 90°
Steering Linkage Tie Rod To Outer Tie Rod End Lock Nut .....................65 Nm
Steering Rack Housing To Crossmember Cradl e Mounting Bolt
Stage 1:.....................................60 Nm
Stage 2:.................... Turn through 50°
Upper Strut Bearing Retaining Nut ..........................................................78 Nm
Upper Strut Locating Plate Retaining Nut................................................55 Nm
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –65
Page 3B – 65
7 Special Tools
Tool Number Illustration Description Tool Classification
180
Spring Compressor
Used to compress the front
suspension spring, prior to removal.
Previously released
Desirable
7208
Hub Puller
Used to press the front driveshaft from
the front hub. Also used to check LSD
breakaway torque on final dri ves so
equipped.
Previously released
Mandatory
7311
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod
End Remover
Can also be used on earlier ‘V’ cars
for the same purpose.
Previously released.
Desirable
AU-534
Torque Limiting Socket
Used in conjunction with an impact
gun to tighten wheel nuts
Previously released.
Mandatory
CH-47568 Remover/Installer Control Arm,
Front Isolator Bush
Used to remove and install the front
control arm, front hydraulic bushing
from/to the front suspension
crossmember cradle.
Previously released.
Available
CH-47569 Remover/Installer Control Arm,
Rear Bush
Used to remove and install the rear
bushing, from/to the front control arm.
Previously released.
Available
DT-47570
Remover/Installer, Front
Driveshafts
Used in conjunction with slide hammer
J 6125-1B (and adaptor), or J 23907
slide hammer to remove and reinstall
the front driveshafts.
Previously released.
Mandatory
E7115
Angle Wrench
Used to tighten fasteners that require
and angle torque to be applie d.
Previously released.
Mandatory
Front Suspension – AWD Page 3B –66
Page 3B – 66
Tool Number Illustration Description Tool Classification
J 6125-1B
Slide Hammer & Adaptor
Used in conjunction with driveshaft
remover/installer DT-47570.
Previously released.
Available
km-468
Holding Bar
Used to hold wheel hub assembly
from rotating.
Previously released.
CH-47569