Lexus 2005 IS300 User Manual page 1282

2005 LEXUS IS300 (RM1140U)
SUSPENSION AND AXLE
(b) Using SST, disconnect the tie rod end.
SST
SST
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9. REMOVE STABILIZER BAR LINK
Remove the 2 nuts and stabilizer bar link.
HINT:
If the ball joint turns together with the nut, use a hexagon
wrench (5 mm) to hold the stud.
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10. DISCONNECT SHOCK ABSORBER FROM SHOCK
ABSORBER BRACKET
Remove the nut and bolt and disconnect the shock absorber.
11. DISCONNECT LOWER BALL JOINT FROM NO. 1
LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
(a) Remove the cotter pin and nut.
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(b) Using SST, disconnect the lower ball joint.
SST
SST
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12. DISCONNECT STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the 4 bolts, housing bracket and disconnect the
steering gear assembly.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the return tube and pressure feed
tube.
(b) Support the steering gear assembly securely.
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Author :
SA-35
Date :
1704