Steering Knuckle: Removal

HINT.

• Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
• The procedure listed below is for the LH side

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
2. DISCONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR WIRE  (See REMOVAL )
3. SEPARATE FRONT DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
4. REMOVE FRONT DISC  (See REMOVAL )
5. REMOVE FRONT AXLE HUB SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL  )
6. REMOVE STEERING KNUCKLE 
   1. Remove the clip and loosen the nut.
      Fig 1: Locating Steering Knuckle Clip

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   2. Remove the 2 bolts and steering knuckle from the lower ball joint
      Fig 2: Locating Steering Knuckle Bolts

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   3. Remove the nut and install the spacer (SST spacer B) as shown in the illustration.

      SST 09960-20010 (09961-02060) 

   4. Using SST, remove the steering knuckle from the upper suspension arm as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 3: Identifying SST

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      Fig 4: Removing Steering Knuckle From Upper Suspension Arm With SST

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      SST 09960-20010 (09961 -02010, 09961 -02060) 

      CAUTION: Apply grease to the end and threads of the SST bolt.
      NOTE:

      • Install SST so that A and B are parallel.
      • Be sure to place a wrench on the part indicated in the illustration.
      • Make sure that SST is securely positioned on the steering knuckle spacer.
      • Be careful not to damage the steering knuckle because it is made of aluminum and may be damaged easily.
      • Do not damage the ball joint dust cover.
      • Make sure that the SST string is securely tied to the vehicle.

   HINT:

   Apply protective tape to the steering knuckle.

   If the steering knuckle spacer has come off, replace the steering knuckle with a new one.