Lexus ES: Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY
| (a) Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint. (1) Secure the front lower ball joint assembly in a vise using aluminum plates. (2) Install the nut to the front lower ball joint assembly stud. (3) Using a torque wrench, turn the stud continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn. Turning Torque: 0.98 to 3.43 N*m (10 to 34 kgf*cm, 9 to 30 in.*lbf) HINT: If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the front lower ball joint assembly with a new one. (4) Turn the stud to check that the stud does not catch and there is no play. HINT: If the stud catches or there is play while turning, replace the front lower ball joint assembly with a new one. |
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(b) Inspect the dust cover.
(1) Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.
HINT:
If the dust cover is cracked or there is grease on it, replace the front lower ball joint assembly with a new one.
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Installation
INSTALLATION CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT for HV Model:
When removing or installing the front disc brake caliper assembly, pushing back the disc brake piston may cause a large clearance between the brak
Components
COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION *A for A25A-FXS *B for 2GR-FKS *C Type A *D Type B *1 FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL LH *2 FRONT FLOOR COVER LH *3 FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PA
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12-volt battery
Location
The 12-volt battery is located on the
right-hand side of the trunk.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, observe the following
precautions before recharging:
If recharging with the 12-volt b
