Repair Procedures: Disassembly

Remove the stabilizer bar (A).
Tightening torque:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

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Remove the gear box protector (A).
Tightening torque:

39.2 - 49.0 N.m (4.0 - 5.0 kgf.m, 28.9 - 36.2 lb.ft)

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Remove the steering gear box (A).
Tightening torque:

107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb.ft)

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NOTE:
- Be careful not to damage the ECU when removing the steering gear box.
- When the steering gear box is assembled on the sub frame, bolt on the bush mounted part should be fastened first.
Remove the engine mounting bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

[RH]

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[LH]

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Remove the lateral arm (A) and compression arm (B).
Tightening torque:

156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb.ft)

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Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.