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TRANSVERSE LINK FSU-11 < ON-VEHICLE REPAIR > C D F G H I J K L M A B FSU N O P TRANSVERSE LINK Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000004523245 REMOVAL 1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to 2. Remove steering knuckle from transverse link. Refer to . 3. Remove mounting nuts and washers on lower portion of stabilizer connecting rod. INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL Visual Inspection Check transverse link and bushing for deformation, cracks, and other damage. Replace the entire transverse link assembly if cracks, deformation or any other damage is found. Ball Joint Inspection CAUTION: Before measurement, move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement. Swing Torque Inspection • Hook Tool (B) at cotter pin mounting hole (A). Confirm Tool (B) measurement value is within specifications when ball stud begins moving. : Front • If the value is outside the standard, replace transverse link. Rotating Torque Inspection • Attach mounting nut to ball stud. Check that rotating torque is within specifications using Tool. • If the value is outside the standard, replace transverse link. Axial End Play Inspection • Move tip of ball joint in axial direction to check for looseness. • If any looseness is noted, replace transverse link. INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal. • Refer to for tightening torque specifications. • Tighten transverse link mounting bolts with vehicle unladen and all four tire on flat, level ground. • After installation, check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "Inspection and Adjustment" . Tool number : — (J-44372) Swing torque : 0.50 - 3.4 N·m (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, Measurement on Tool : 7.94 - 53.97 N (0.81 - 5.50 kg, AWGIA0066ZZ Tool number : ST3127S000 (J-25765-A) Rotating torque : 0.50 - 3.4 N·m (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, FAC1021D Axial end play : 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less |