4-Wheel Drive Steering Knuckles: Description

Open type steering knuckles are used on all models. Open type knuckles provide a sharper turning angle which will decrease the vehicle turning radius. All of the vehicle weight is carried by the axle housing and steering knuckle; the axle shafts are free floating. The steering knuckles can be attached to axle housing by either ball joints or roller bearings and pivot pins, depending on vehicle model. Other than the unique components required for front-wheel drive, all steering knuckles used on light duty truck application are mechanically identical.