| Special Service Tools |
| Tool Name / Number | Illustration | Description |
| Band installer 09495-3K000 |
| Installation of ear type boot band |
| Band installer 09495-39100 |
| Installation of hook type boot band |
| Lower arm ball joint remover 0K545-A9100 |
| Removal of front lower arm from front axle |
Specification Engine & T/MJoint typeMax. permissible angleInnerOuterInnerOuterLambda 3.3 GDIVTJ#25BJ#2621°46.5° Tightening Torques ItemN.
Troubleshooting Trouble SymptomProbable causeRemedyVehicle pulls to one sideScoring of driveshaft ball jointReplaceWear, rattle or scoring of wheel bearingReplaceDefective front suspension and steeringAdjustment or ReplaceVibrationWear, damage or bending of driveshaftReplaceDriveshaft rattle and hub serrationReplaceWear, rattle or scratching of wheel bearingReplaceShimmyDefective wheel balanceAdjustment or ReplaceDefective front suspension and steeringAdjustment or ReplaceExcessive noiseWear, damage or bending of driveshaftReplaceRattle of driveshaft and worn hub splinesReplaceWear, rattle or scoring of wheel bearingReplaceLoose hub nutAdjustment or ReplaceDefective front suspension and steeringAdjustment or Replace
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the rear bumper. (Refer to Body - "Rear Bumper") 3. Remove the BSD unit (A) after loosening the mounting screws. Take care not to separate the bracket from rear bumper when removing the BSD sensor.
Refrigerant System Service Basics Refrigerant Recovery Use only service equipment that is U.L-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove HFC-134a(R-134a) from the air conditioning system. – Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor can irritate your eyes, nose, or th