1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. |
2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub. 
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire. |
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3. |
Remove the under cover (A), (B). 
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4. |
Remove the tie rod end ball joint from the knuckle.
(1) |
Remove the split pin. |
(2) |
Remove the castle nut. |
(3) |
Disconnect the ball joint (A) from knuckle (B) using the special tool (09568-2J100).
Tightening torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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5. |
Unscrew the steering column bolt (A) to disconnect the universal joint and steering gear connection.
Tightening torque :
32.4 ~ 37.3N.m (3.3 ~ 3.8 kgf.m, 23.9 ~ 27.5lb-ft)
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Do not reuse the universal joint bolt, Be sure to install a new one. |
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6. |
Disconnect the connector (A) and then loosen the gear box mounting bolts.
Tightening torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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[4WD] 
[2WD] 
Be careful not to damage the ECU when removing steering gear box. |
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1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. |
2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub. 
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire. |
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3. |
Remove the under cover (A), (B). 
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4. |
Remove the tie rod end ball joint from the knuckle.
(1) |
Remove the split pin. |
(2) |
Remove the castle nut. |
(3) |
Disconnect the ball joint (A) from knuckle (B) using the special tool (09568-2J100).
Tightening torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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5. |
Unscrew the steering column bolt (A) to disconnect the universal joint and steering gear connection.
Tightening torque :
32.4 ~ 37.3 N.m (3.3 ~ 3.8 kgf.m, 23.9 ~ 27.5 lb-ft)
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Do not reuse the universal joint bolt, Be sure to install a new one. |
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6. |
Disconnect the connector (A). 
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7. |
Loosen the gear box mounting bolts.
Tightening torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9 N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6 lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage to the ECU when removing steering gear box.
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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment") |
EPS Specification Recognition
Precautions when performing the EPS specification recognition procedure:
• |
Use a diagnostic instrument (GDS instrument) to check whether
the battery voltage is normal before performing the EPS specification
recognition procedure. |
1. |
Connect the diagnostic instrument to the self-diagnostic
connector (16-pin) beneath the crash pad on the side of the driver’s
seat, and then turn on the ignition to activate the diagnostic
instrument. |
2. |
In the GDS Vehicle Type Selection menu, select "Vehicle Type" and "EPS" System, and then opt for "OK."
[EPS Type Recognition] 

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delivers engine power to and rear
wheels for maximum traction. AWD is
useful when extra traction is
required, such as when driving on
slippery, muddy, wet, or snow-covered
roads.
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