Removal ("E" & "K" Bodies)
- Raise vehicle on frame contact hoist. Remove wheel. When working on left control arm, disconnect ELC height sensor link (if equipped). On vehicles equipped with anti-lock brake system, disconnect speed sensor from knuckle.
- On all models, remove stabilizer bar mounting bolt at strut (if equipped). Remove and support caliper. Remove rotor. Remove hub and bearing assembly.
- Loosen outboard knuckle pivot bolt. See Figure . DO NOT remove at this time. Remove strut rod cap, mounting nut, retainer, and upper insulator. Compress strut and remove lower insulator.
- Rotate strut and knuckle assembly outward. Remove knuckle pinch bolt. Remove strut from knuckle. Remove knuckle pivot bolt. Remove knuckle from control arm.