Steering Knuckle Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Knuckle Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (L61/LE5) or Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (LSJ) . Remove the outer tie rod end from the knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement . Remove the lower control arm from the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
1	Bolt (Qty: 2)
2	Nut (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 120 N.m (89 lb ft)
3	Steering Knuckle Tip: Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .