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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the tie rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power Steering System.
  4. If the vehicle is equipped with ABS, disconnect the ABS electrical connector.
  5. Remove the hub and bearing assembly. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front .
  6. Remove the bolts (3) and nuts (6) that attach the steering knuckle (4) to the strut (2).
    Fig 1: View Of Steering Knuckle To Strut Bolts & Nuts
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  7. Remove the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle.
  8. Remove the steering knuckle (4) from the vehicle.
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