Steering Knuckle: Installation
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Install NEW grease seal on steering knuckle (if removed). Tighten ball joint stud nuts to align cotter pin holes as necessary. Install tie rod end stud into steering knuckle.
- Install Steering Linkage Installer (J-29193
) or (J-29194
). Tighten steering linkage installer to 40 ft. lbs. (54 N.m) to seat tie rod taper. Remove steering linkage installer and install tie rod end stud nut.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Adjust wheel bearings. See FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS under ADJUSTMENTS. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. See the TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Lower vehicle and check wheel alignment. See the WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES
article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.
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