Repair Instructions

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
^ Tools Required:
- J 41820 Ball Joint/Stud Separator
- J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to WHEEL REMOVAL in TIRES AND WHEELS.
3. Remove the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT.
4. Remove the front lower control arm ball stud-to-knuckle cotter pin and nut.
5. Separate the front lower control arm stud from the front steering knuckle using the J 41820 Ball Joint/Stud Separator.
6. Remove the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Use the J 24319-B.
7. Scribe the strut to the knuckle.
8. Remove the bolts connecting the strut to the knuckle.
9. Remove the knuckle from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

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

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

3. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
4. Connect the front lower control arm ball stud to knuckle and install the front lower control arm ball stud nut.

Tighten
Tighten the front lower control arm ball stud to knuckle nut to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).

Align the slots to the front lower control arm ball stud nut with a cotter pin hole by tightening the nut. Do NOT loosen the nut in order to align the holes for the cotter pin.
5. Install the front lower control arm ball stud cotter pin.
6. Install the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT BEARING REPLACEMENT.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to WHEEL INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Adjust wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.