Front Steering Knuckle: Service and Repair

- Tools Required
- J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front.
4. Remove the front lower control arm ball stud. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.
5. Remove the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use the J 24319-B.
6. Scribe the strut to the knuckle.





7. Remove the bolts connecting the strut to the knuckle.
8. Remove the knuckle from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bolts which connect the strut to the knuckle.

- Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 122 Nm (90 ft. lbs.).

3. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod End Replacement - Outer in Power Steering.
4. Connect the front lower control arm ball stud to knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.
5. Install the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front.
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
7. Lower the vehicle.