Steering Knuckle Replacement (FE1, FE3)

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Fig 1: Identifying Steering Knuckle (FE1, FE3)

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Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . NOTE: The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly or reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur. Tools Required J 24319-B Steering Linkage and Tie Rod Puller J 43828 Ball Joint and Tie Rod End Separator. See Special Tools . Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation . Remove the brake rotor from the wheel hub/bearing. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (J55) or Front Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9) . Remove the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front (FE1, FE3) or Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front (FE7) .
1	Outer Tie Rod End Nut Tip: Use the J 24319-B to separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Always replace the tie rod end nut after it has been used. Tighten: 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus an additional 200 degrees
2	Outer Tie Rod End
3	Strut to Steering Knuckle Nut (Qty: 2) Tighten: 177 N.m (131 lb ft)
4	Strut to Steering Knuckle Bolt (Qty: 2)
5	Lower Ball Joint Nut Tip: Use the J 43828 to separate the ball joint from the lower control arm. See Special Tools . Always replace the ball joint nut after it has been used. Tighten: 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus an additional 210 degrees
6	Steering Knuckle Tip: Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle.