Steering Knuckle: Installation
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- Using hammer and Steering Knuckle Seal Installer (J-28574), install NEW steering knuckle grease seal into steering knuckle. Install spacer (if equipped). Install steering knuckle onto upper and lower ball joint studs.
- Install ball joint stud nuts and cotter pins. Install drive axle (if removed). Install tie rod end onto steering knuckle. Install tie rod end stud nut and cotter pin. Install splash shield. Install hub and bearing assembly onto axle shaft and into steering knuckle.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Lower vehicle. Check wheel alignment and adjust ride height. See appropriate SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
CAUTION:
When installing upper and lower ball joint stud nuts, tighten nut to align cotter pin hole. Do not tighten ball joint stud nuts more than an additional 1/6 turn to align cotter pin hole. Complete tightening of ball joint stud nuts with vehicle at proper riding height specification.