Wheel Knuckle: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

1. Install the wheel knuckle.
2. Install the new lower ball joint nut.
  Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
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Install the new upper ball joint nut.
Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

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NOTE: The suspension height sensors must be disconnected prior to servicing suspension components. Damage to the suspension height sensors and/or the vehicle dynamic suspension system may occur. The sensors will need to be recalibrated after reassembly.

NOTE: If equipped with dynamic suspension.

Position the height sensor arm bracket and install the height sensor arm bracket screw.

Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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Position the brake hose and install the brake hose bracket bolt.
Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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NOTE: Do not use a hammer to separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle may result.

NOTE: Use care when installing the tie rod separator or damage to the outer tie-rod end boot may occur.
1. Attach the tie rod end to the wheel knuckle.
2. Install the new tie rod end nut.
  Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
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Install the front wheel bearing and wheel hub. Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub .
NOTE: If equipped with continuous controlled damping (CCD) suspension.

Calibrate the suspension height sensor. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.