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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean all grease and contaminants from the tapered section and the threads of the upper ball joint, the lower ball joint, and the tie rod end.
  2. Clean and inspect the taper holes and the mounting surfaces of the steering knuckle. If any of the tapered holes are elongated, out of round, or damaged, the replace the steering knuckle.
    3. Fig 1: Installing The Steering Knuckle (RWD)
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  3. Install the steering knuckle.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Connect the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle and install the retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining nut to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

  5. Connect the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle and install the retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the retaining nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  6. Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolt to the knuckle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  7. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power Steering Systems or Tie Rod Replacement in Steering Linkage (Non- Rack and Pinion).
  8. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD)  or Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD) .
  9. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  10. Remove the safety stands.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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