Toro 500 EFI Service Manual page 174

3. Remove the nut securing the hub.
4. Remove the brake caliper. Account for two cap
screws.
5. Remove the hub assembly.
6. Remove the cotter pin and slotted nut securing the tie
rod end to the knuckle; then remove the tie rod end
from the knuckle.
7. Remove the cap screws securing the ball joints to the
knuckle.
CAUTION
Support the knuckle when removing the cap screws or
damage to the threads will occur.
8. Tap the ball joints out of the knuckle; then remove the
knuckle.
9. Remove the lower shock absorber eyelet from the
upper A-arm.
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10. Remove the cap screws securing the A-arms to the
frame.
11. Remove the snap ring from the ball joint; then remove
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the ball joint from the A-arm.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all A-arm components in parts-cleaning solvent.
2. Clean the ball joint mounting hole of all residual Loc-
tite, grease, oil, or dirt for installing purposes.
3. Inspect the A-arm for bends, cracks, and worn bush-
ings.
4. Inspect the ball joint mounting holes for cracks or
damage.
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5. Inspect the frame mounts for signs of damage, wear,
or weldment damage.
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