Receiver for the front bushing of the front lower arm 204-536/1 | 
Tool for dismantling the front bushing of the front lower arm 204-536/2 | 
Front lower arm front bush mounting tool 204-536/3 |
Ball joint puller 205-754 (LRT-54-027) | 
Tool for dismantling/replacing axle shafts 204-506/1 (LRT-60-030/1) | 
Tool for dismantling/replacing axle shafts 204-506/3 (LRT-60-030/3) |
Holders - tool for dismantling/replacing axle shafts 204-506/5 (LRT-60-030/5) | 
Receiver for lower arm rear bushing 204-535/1 | 
Device for dismantling the rear bushing of the lower arm 204-535/2 |
Lower arm rear bush remover plate 204-535/4 | 
Lower Arm Rear Bush Mounting Tool 204-535/3 | 
Lower Arm Rear Bushing Mounting/Depth Setting Tool 204-535/5 |
Removing
NOTE: Bushings should be replaced in pairs, left and right side.
NOTE: Make note of the position of the bushing.
1. Check that the tire pressures are correct and that the vehicle has the correct ground clearance. For more information, refer to Ride Height Adjustment (60.90.03)
2. Mark the position of the bushing relative to the lower arm.
- Take a spirit level and align it so that it points vertically down when aligned with the center of the lower arm rear bushing bolt head.
- Align the square ruler with the lowest point of the circumference of the lug to install the lower arm rear bushing.
- Apply a piece of tape to the arm and draw a horizontal line along the underside of the lug of the lower arm rear bushing (parallel to the hub axis).
- Perform this procedure on the right and left sides.
3.
WARNING: Do not work on or under the vehicle if it is only supported by a jack. Always place secure supports under the vehicle.
Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove wheels with tires.
5. Remove the right lower arm. For more information, refer to Lower Arm (60.35.02)
6. Disconnect the shock absorber and spring assembly from the left lower arm. Loosen the nut and remove the bolt.
7. Make marks indicating the position of the bolts in relation to the chassis brackets. Turn out 2 bolts.
8. Turn away a nut of fastening of the left semiaxle. Discard the nut.
9. Using the special tools, disconnect the left axle shaft from the wheel hub.
10.
NOTE: The ball joint of the lower arm may be damaged if it rotates excessively. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
Disconnect the left axle shaft from the wheel knuckle.
11. Secure the left axle shaft away from the lower arm.
12. Loosen the left lower ball joint nut.
13. Using the special tool, disconnect the lower left ball joint from the pivot pin.
14. Remove the left lower arm.
15. Record the position of the bushing in relation to the lower arm.
16.
ATTENTION: To dismantle the bushing, the bushing flanges must be removed.
Remove the lower arm front bushings.
17. Using the special tools, remove and discard the lower arm front bushings.
18. Draw guide lines on the installer (204-535/3).
- Mark the center line on the installation tool.
- Mark a line across the top surface at an angle of 3 degrees to the left of the centerline.
- 'LH' marking on the top surface.
- Mark a line across the bottom surface at an angle of 3 degrees to the left of the centerline.
- 'RH' marking on bottom surface.
19. Using the special tools, remove and discard the lower arm rear bushings.
Installation
1.
CAUTION: Make sure the bushing is installed without distortion.
Mark the position of the bushing relative to the lower arm.
- Ensure that the 'RH' or 'LH' line on the correct marked side of the special tool (204-535/3) aligned with the marked line on the right or left bushing to be installed.
- With a marker, extend the line from the special tool to the sleeve. Using the marked line, align the bushing with respect to the lower arm before installing the bushing.
2.
CAUTION: Be sure to use the appropriate special tool to set the bushings to the correct depth.
Using the special tools, install the lower arm rear bushings.
3.
CAUTION: Make sure the bushing is installed without distortion.
Using the special tools, install the lower arm front bushings.
4. Install the left lower arm. Install the bolts, but do not fully tighten them yet.
5. Connect the shock absorber and spring assembly to the lower control arm. Tighten the nut and bolt to 300 Nm.
6. Release the axle shaft.
7. Using the special tools, insert the left axle shaft into the wheel hub.
8. Install a new axle shaft nut.
Tighten the new axle shaft nut to 350 Nm (258 lb/ft). Fasten the nut on the axle shaft.
9. Set the height distance between the center of the axle shaft end and the edge of the fender trim panel to 466 mm.
10. Tighten the lower arm bolts (tightening torque 275 Nm). Align the bolts with the previously made marks.
11. Connect the shock absorber and spring assembly to the lower control arm. Tighten the nut and bolt to 300 Nm (221 lb/ft).
12. Install the right lower arm. For more information, refer to Lower Arm (60.35.02)
13. Install wheels with tires. Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm.
14. Adjust wheel alignment.
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