OEM 2009 Scion tC Ball Joint

2009 Scion tC Ball Joint Parts Q&A

• Q: How to install the front lower ball joint assembly LH on 2009 Scion tC?

  A: Begin the front lower ball joint assembly LH installation by attaching lower ball joint LH to steering knuckle through castle nut with proper correction of thread and taper flaw from oil contamination and torquing to 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf). When inserting a new steering knuckle cotter pin secure the nut an additional 60° beyond regular torque because of misaligned holes. The installation process begins with the front axle assembly LH while following it with the front suspension No. 1 lower arm sub-assembly LH. Install the tie rod end sub-assembly LH as the next step. The technician should install both the front speed sensor LH and the front axle shaft LH nut in succession. The front wheel goes on next while the torques reach 103 Nm (1,050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf). The front wheel alignment requires an inspection while the ABS speed sensor signal needs checking afterwards.