OEM 2005 Toyota Sienna Ball Joint

2005 Toyota Sienna Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the lower ball joint assembly front LH on 2005 Toyota Sienna?

  A: Users must start replacement work on the front LH lower ball joint assembly by utilizing Special Service Tool: 09930-00010 to remove the front wheel and front axle hub LH nut. The first service tasks require disconnection of the front LH speed sensor alongside removal of the front disc brake caliper assembly LH as well as the front disc. The technician will use Special Service Tool: 09628-62011 to detach the tie rod assembly LH before finally extracting the front suspension arm sub-assembly lower No.1 LH. Separate the front axle assembly LH then the lower ball joint assembly front LH by removing the nut and cotter pin and using Special Service Tool: 09628-62011. Before attaching the nut to the lower ball joint assembly front LH perform five alternating movements with the ball joint stud followed by torque wrench measurement when the turning torque reaches 0.98 - 3.43 Nm (10 - 35 kgf-cm, 8.7 - 30 inch lbs.). First tighten the nut of the lower ball joint assembly front LH to a torque level of 123 Nm (1,250 kgf-cm, 91 ft. lbs.). After that, install a new cotter pin while aligning the holes for installation. If misalignment occurs, adjust the torque of the nut up to 60 degrees. The technician should install the front axle assembly LH followed by the front suspension arm sub-assembly lower No.1 LH and tie rod assembly LH. Then install the front disc and front disc brake caliper assembly LH and speed sensor front LH. The front axle hub LH nut requires installation with 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft. lbs.) torque before you replace the front wheel followed by inspection of the front wheel alignment and ABS speed sensor signal testing.