Lexus ES: Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
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(a) Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.
(1) Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
NOTICE:
Do not overtighten the vise.
(2) Install the nut to the rear stabilizer link assembly stud.
(3) Move the stud back and forth several times. 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.
Standard Turning Torque:
0.05 to 1.96 N*m (0.6 to 19 kgf*cm, 0.5 to 17 in.*lbf)
HINT:
If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link 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 rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
(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 rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
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Installation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL REAR STABILIZER BUSHING (a) Install the 2 rear stabilizer bushings to the outside of the stoppers on the rear stabilizer bar. NOTICE: Be sure to install the rear s
Components
COMPONENTS ILLUSTRATION *A for Gasoline Model - - *1 NO. 1 FLOOR UNDER COVER *2 NO. 2 FLOOR UNDER COVER N*m (kgf*cm, ft.*lbf): Specified torque - - ILLUSTRATION *
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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT HINT:
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the parking support brake system.
*: Use the Techstream.
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