Installation Procedure

Install the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Upper Ball Joint Replacement (RWD) or Upper Ball Joint Replacement (4WD) .
Install the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Ball Joint Replacement (RWD) or Lower Ball Joint Replacement (4WD) .
Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the splash shield bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the splash shield bolts to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).
Install the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
Ensure that the seal is on the stud.

Fig 1: Installing Upper Ball Joint To Steering Knuckle (RWD)
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Seat the taper using J 29193 .
Tighten

Tighten J 29193 to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).

Remove J 29193 from the tie rod end ball stud.
Install the tie rod end retaining nut.
Tighten

Tighten the tie rod end retaining nut to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).
Install the rotor. Refer to Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (RWD Pickup) or Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (4WD Pickup and Utilities) .
Lower the vehicle.
Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel Alignment.