Installation Procedure

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Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Upper Control Arm To The Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt And Nut

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Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
Install upper control arm pinch bolt and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of ABS Harness

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Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket to the steering knuckle.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Brake Hose Bracket Retaining Bolts

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Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle.
Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 5: View Of Tie Rod Retaining Nut

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Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
Install the new outer tie rod retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the outer tie rod retaining nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD) or Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD) .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.
Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.