1. INSPECT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY FRONT LH

(a) As shown in the illustration, flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times, before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 - 5 seconds per 1 turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Turning torque: 0.98 to 3.43 N*m (10 to 35 kgf*cm, 8.7 to 30 in.*lbf)
Removal
InstallationInspection
1. INSPECT RUNOUT OF DIFFERENTIAL RING GEAR
(a) Using a dial gauge , check the runout of the ring
gear.
Maximum runout:
0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
If the runout is greater than the maximum, replace
the ring gear with a new one.
2. INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL RING GEAR BACKLASH
(a) Using a dial gauge, ...
Active test
HINT:
Performing an ACTIVE TEST enables components
including the relays, VSV (Vacuum Switching Valve), and
actuators, to be operated without removing any parts.
The ACTIVE TEST can be performed with an intelligent
tester. Performing an ACTIVE TEST in the first step in
troubleshooting is one ...
On-vehicle inspection
1. CONNECT INTELLIGENT TESTER
(a) Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
(b) Start the engine and run at idle.
(c) Select the ACTIVE TEST mode on the intelligent
tester.
HINT:
Please refer to the intelligent tester operator's
manual for further details.
2. INSPECT ACTUATOR MOTOR ...