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Steering Knuckle: Removal

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Unload torsion bar tension. See Figure . Count exact number of tool turns for reassembly reference. Slide, but DO NOT remove, torsion bar forward.
  2. Remove wheel and tire assembly. Install Axle Shaft Boot Seal Protector (J-28712 ) to drive axle shaft boot to protect drive axle during repair. Depress brake caliper piston, detach brake caliper and wire aside. Remove brake rotor.
  3. Remove drive axle shaft nut cotter pin, retainer, drive axle shaft nut and washer. Pull hub and bearing assembly off drive axle shaft. Remove splash shield. Remove cotter pin and tie rod end stud nut. Using Universal Steering Linkage Puller (J-24319-01 ), separate tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  4. Remove upper and lower ball joint stud cotter pins. Place Ball Joint Separator (J-34026 ) over upper ball joint stud. Loosen ball joint stud nut. See Figure . Back off nut until nut contacts tool. Continue backing off nut until nut forces ball stud out of steering knuckle. Remove spacer. Repeat procedure to separate lower ball joint from steering knuckle.
  5. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle. Inspect steering knuckle grease seal for cuts, distortion and wear. Inspect steering knuckle, hub and bearing for damage. Replace as necessary.
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