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KNUCKLE, Rear: Installation: Knuckle

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  1. Install four hub mounting bolts through knuckle from inboard side allowing ends to protrude from opposite side.
    Fig 1: REAR SUSPENSION
    GC0079728Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  2. Position knuckle on vehicle and install bolt and nut fastening camber link (1) to knuckle (4) as shown in illustration. Do not tighten bolt at this time. 
  3. Install bolt and nut fastening tension link (6) to knuckle (4) as shown in illustration. Do not tighten bolt at this time. 
  4. Install bolt and nut fastening stabilizer link to knuckle (4). Do not tighten bolt at this time. 
  5. Install bolt fastening toe link (3) to knuckle (4). Do not tighten bolt at this time. 
  6. Install bolt and nut fastening compression link (5) to knuckle (4). Do not tighten bolt at this time. 
    NOTE: If a new knuckle sleeve is not installed in knuckle, perform  7 through  11.
    Fig 2: INSTALLER 9361-7
    GC0079746Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    NOTE: Prior to using Special Tool 9361, lubricate bolt (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.
  7. Place NEW knuckle sleeve (2) onto Installer Bolt 9361-7 (1), and slide it up to Bolt's head.
    Fig 3: SLEEVE INSTALLATION USING 9361
    GC0079747Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  8. Starting from knuckle forward end, slide Bolt 9361-7 (1) with sleeve (5) through knuckle (2) and spring link ball joint (3).
  9. Install thrust bearing and nut (4) on end of Bolt. When installing thrust bearing on Installer, be sure to place hardened side against nut. Place bearing outer cage against stationary component. 
  10. While holding Bolt head (1) stationary, rotate Nut (4) (using hand tools) installing sleeve in knuckle. Install sleeve until Nut stops turning. Do not overtighten Nut. 
  11. Remove special tool.
    Fig 4: SPRING LINK MOUNTING
    GC0095729Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  12. Install spring link-to-knuckle bolt (2) front-to-rear through knuckle and link, then install nut. While holding bolt head stationary, tighten nut to 138 N.m (102 ft. lbs.).
  13. Remove under-hoist utility jack or jack stand from under spring link.
    Fig 5: PARKING BRAKE CABLE AT KNUCKLE
    GC0079739Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  14. Insert end of cable (1) through rear knuckle (3) and install mounting screw (2). Tighten screw to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.) torque.
  15. Install parking brake shoe support over hub and bearing mounting screws and onto face of knuckle.
    Fig 6: Actuator Removal/Installation
    GC0079738Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1 - PARKING BRAKE SHOE ACTUATOR
    2 - CABLE END
  16. Install shoe actuator lever (1) on end of parking brake cable (2). Make sure actuator lever is positioned with word "UP" facing outward.
  17. Install parking brake shoes as well as all components necessary to access them. Refer to Brakes/Parking Brake/SHOES, Parking Brake - Installation
    Fig 7: Halfshaft Isolation Washer
    GC0208659Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    NOTE: Before installing hub and bearing on end of axle half shaft, ensure isolation washer is present on end of half shaft. Inspect washer making sure it is not worn or damaged. Washer can be installed in either direction on shaft.
  18. Install hub and bearing as well as all components necessary to access it. See Rear Suspension/HUB AND BEARING - Installation 
    Fig 8: WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AT REAR KNUCKLE
    GC0095180Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  19. Insert wheel speed sensor head (3) into mounting hole in rear of knuckle.
  20. Install screw (2) fastening sensor head (3) to rear knuckle. Tighten Screw to 11 N.m (97 in. lbs.).
  21. Install sensor cable at rear brake rotor shield (1).
  22. Lower vehicle.
  23. Adjust parking brake shoes as necessary. Refer to Brakes/Parking Brake/SHOES, Parking Brake - Adjustments
  24. Position vehicle on alignment rack/drive-on hoist. Raise vehicle as necessary to access mounting bolts.
    Fig 9: REAR SUSPENSION
    GC0079728Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  25. Tighten fasteners at knuckle (vehicle at curb height) as follows:
    • Camber Link (1) - 98 N.m (72 ft. lbs.).
    • Compression Link (5) - 81 N.m (60 ft. lbs.).
    • Stabilizer Link - 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).
    • Tension Link (6) - 98 N.m (72 ft. lbs.).
    • Toe Link (3) - 81 N.m (60 ft. lbs.).
  26. Perform wheel alignment. Refer to Front Suspension/Wheel Alignment - Standard Procedure
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